Kuwait & Israel
259 shared events · Importance 37 · Last updated May 15, 2026
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Kuwait: Kuwait accused Iran of a failed attack on Kuwait — Bubiyan Island, where China is building a port, raising concerns about regional stability and its infrastructure projects.
Israel: Israel has deployed Iron Dome air-defense systems and personnel to the United Arab Emirates, strengthening its defense relationship with the UAE against Iran.
May 12, 2026 · 28 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait is a recipient of an integrated battle command system costing $2.5 billion.
Israel: Israel is a recipient of Advanced Precision Kill Weapon Systems (APKWS) worth $992.4 million and is involved in an ongoing conflict with Iran.
May 01, 2026 · 18 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait experienced missile attacks, including one reportedly hitting the American embassy compound, and its airspace was closed. Three American F-15E Strike Eagles were shot down in a friendly fire incident by Kuwait.
Israel: Israel, in coordination with the United States, attacked Iran to remove threats and target its military and government sites. Israel has also launched retaliatory strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon, resulting in casualties and heightened regional tensions.
Feb 28, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait has been targeted by Iranian missiles and drones, leading to the closure of the United States Embassy and the activation of its air defense systems. Six American soldiers were killed in a drone strike in Kuwait.
Israel: Israel has been hammering Iran with nationwide strikes, targeting military capabilities, leadership, and nuclear program. It has also issued evacuation warnings for Beirut's southern suburbs due to escalating fighting with Hezbollah.
Mar 04, 2026 · 8 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait, as a Gulf Arab country, experienced significant crude production losses and a sharp decline in jet fuel exports, with its heavier crude fields requiring months for restoration.
Israel: Israel is a co-initiator of the conflict with Iran, contributing to the geopolitical tensions and the resulting economic disruptions.
Apr 08, 2026 · 307 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait reported damage to its oil facilities and power/desalination plants from Iranian missile and drone attacks, indicating direct impact from the ongoing conflict despite the ceasefire.
Israel: Israel's heavy strikes on Lebanon and its insistence that these actions are not part of the US-Iran truce are major factors in the ceasefire's fragility. Israel continues its objective of disarming Hezbollah, leading to significant casualties in Lebanon.
Apr 08, 2026 · 28 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait accused Iran and its proxies of launching drone attacks on its vital facilities despite the ceasefire, adding pressure to the ongoing diplomatic efforts.
Israel: Israel has escalated attacks against Hezbollah in Lebanon, causing significant casualties, despite a tentative ceasefire with Iran. Its Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu authorized direct talks with Lebanon to disarm Hezbollah and establish relations.
Apr 09, 2026 · 13 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait accused Iran of sending an armed Revolutionary Guard team to attack Bubiyan Island, indicating broader regional tensions related to Iran.
Israel: Israel deployed its Iron Dome anti-missile batteries and personnel to the United Arab Emirates, strengthening its defense relationship with the UAE amidst the ongoing Iran war.
May 12, 2026 · 22 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait was targeted by Iranian missile and drone attacks, resulting in the activation of its air defenses and the death of six US soldiers stationed there.
Israel: Israel is a primary belligerent, conducting intense airstrikes on Iran and Lebanon, targeting military capabilities and infrastructure. It is also facing retaliatory attacks from Iran and Hezbollah.
Mar 06, 2026 · 14 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait activated its air defense systems to intercept incoming Iranian missiles and drones, indicating its direct exposure to the regional conflict and the associated security risks.
Israel: Israel, along with the United States, carried out airstrikes on Iran, leading to retaliatory missile attacks. The conflict has resulted in casualties and ongoing military engagement, impacting Israel's security and regional stability.
Mar 29, 2026 · 65 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait has launched retaliatory strikes into Iraq as part of the broader military responses in the region.
Israel: Israel is a key participant in the war against Iran, launching strikes and battling Hezbollah in Lebanon. It has also strengthened ties with the United Arab Emirates.
May 13, 2026 · 13 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait is accused by Iran of attempting to sow discord by detaining four Iranians suspected of being Revolutionary Guard operatives near Bubiyan Island.
Israel: Israel's Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, allegedly visited the United Arab Emirates, and Israel also sent Iron Dome air-defense systems to the United Arab Emirates. These actions signify a deepening of strategic ties between Israel and the United Arab Emirates, particularly in the context of the ongoing conflict with Iran.
May 13, 2026 · 22 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait reported drone attacks in its airspace, indicating its involvement as a target in the regional tensions.
Israel: Israel was involved in joint strikes with the United States that launched the war, and its forces participated in airstrikes on the Isfahan Nuclear Technology/Research Center.
May 10, 2026 · 23 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait declared force majeure on oil shipments due to the Strait of Hormuz blockade.
Israel: Israel is involved in parallel conflicts, particularly against Hezbollah in Lebanon, which complicates the broader peace efforts between the US and Iran. It also has strong demands regarding Iran's nuclear program.
Apr 11, 2026 · 283 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait participated in the OPEC online meeting and is affected by the Strait of Hormuz blockade.
Israel: Israel, along with the United States, initiated strikes that led to the Mideast war and Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
May 03, 2026 · 19 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait agreed to explore strategic fuel storage and refining cooperation opportunities in Pakistan, and facilitated emergency fuel supplies to Pakistan during a regional crisis.
Israel: Israel was involved in strikes on Iran, contributing to the regional conflict that affected fuel supply routes.
May 12, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait was among the countries targeted by Iran in its retaliatory strikes, indicating a broader regional impact of the conflict.
Israel: Israel, alongside the United States, conducted an 'operation epic fury' against Iran, leading to Iran's retaliatory actions in the Middle East.
Mar 06, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait is a Gulf producer whose oil supply is connected to global markets via the Strait of Hormuz. Kuwait also reported missile and drone attacks.
Israel: Israel's continued attacks on Lebanon question the viability of the Middle East ceasefire, influencing Iran's stance on peace talks and contributing to regional instability.
Apr 08, 2026 · 19 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait's air defenses dealt with hostile drones that entered its airspace, indicating the continued regional instability.
Israel: Israel started the war with the United States on February 28 and has continued clashes with Hezbollah in southern Lebanon. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the war is not over until enriched uranium is removed from Iran.
May 10, 2026 · 15 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait arrested four individuals who confessed to belonging to Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, highlighting regional security concerns related to Iran.
Israel: Israel is a belligerent in the Middle East war, conducting strikes on Iran and intensifying attacks in southern Lebanon against Hezbollah. It also sent Iron Dome air defense batteries to the United Arab Emirates.
May 12, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait reported an attempted drone attack, with its armed forces dealing with hostile drones in its airspace, highlighting the widespread nature of recent flare-ups in the Gulf.
Israel: Israel, along with the United States, launched the war on Iran and continues to fight Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon. Benjamin Netanyahu, its Prime Minister, demands the dismantling of Iran's nuclear facilities.
May 10, 2026 · 20 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait's air defenses dealt with hostile drones that entered its airspace, indicating regional instability.
Israel: Israel is actively involved in fighting Iran-backed Hezbollah militants in Lebanon and seeks to remove enriched uranium from Iran and dismantle its enrichment sites. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated the war is not over.
May 10, 2026 · 35 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait, lacking a coastline outside the Persian Gulf, is highly dependent on the Strait of Hormuz for its seabound oil and gas exports, making it vulnerable to its closure.
Israel: Israel is a proposed link in the India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor project, but Saudi Arabia's cooled diplomatic relations with Israel make this aspect of the project tenuous.
May 01, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait accused Iran of a failed attack on Kuwait — Bubiyan Island, where China is helping build a port.
Israel: Israel is involved in the war with Iran alongside the United States.
May 13, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait reported hostile drones entering its airspace, with its defense ministry responding to the threat, though the origin of the drones was not specified.
Israel: Israel is fighting Hezbollah in Lebanon and has been involved in airstrikes on Iran's Isfahan nuclear complex. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated the war isn't over until enriched uranium is removed from Iran.
May 10, 2026 · 46 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait reported drones entering its airspace and its defense ministry responded, indicating heightened regional tensions.
Israel: Israel, through Benjamin Netanyahu, insists on the removal of enriched uranium from Iran and has been involved in airstrikes on Iran's nuclear facilities.
May 10, 2026 · 14 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait accused Iran of a failed attack on Kuwait — Bubiyan Island, indicating its vulnerability and involvement in the regional tensions stemming from the Iran war.
Israel: Israel has sent Iron Dome anti-missile batteries and personnel to the United Arab Emirates to defend against threats during the Iran war, highlighting growing defense ties.
May 12, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait reported drone attacks, testing the shaky ceasefire in the Iran war.
Israel: Israel has carried out drone strikes and airstrikes in Lebanon, escalating tensions despite a ceasefire with Hezbollah.
May 09, 2026 · 11 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait's air defenses dealt with hostile drones, indicating the widespread nature of drone threats in the region.
Israel: Israel is involved in the ongoing conflict with Iran and its proxies, particularly Hizbollah in Lebanon, and is pushing for the removal of enriched uranium from Iran.
May 10, 2026 · 9 articles
International
Kuwait: Six U.S. military members were killed in Kuwait in a drone strike, highlighting the regional impact of the conflict.
Israel: Israel is mentioned as being ready to act against Iran, and its Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu influenced Donald Trump's attack on Iran.
Mar 05, 2026 · 7 articles
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