Iran launched a ballistic missile at a U.S. military base in Kuwait on May 28, 2026, in response to U.S. strikes on Iranian targets. The missile launch was confirmed by both the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps and U.S. Central Command, which stated that the missile was intercepted by Kuwaiti forces. The exchange of fire began when Iran launched five drones, which U.S. forces intercepted, leading to a preemptive strike on an Iranian control site in Bandar Abbas.
U.S. Central Command described the missile strike as a significant violation of the ceasefire. An Iranian Telegram channel linked to the Revolutionary Guards characterized the missile launch as retaliation against U.S. aggression, claiming it targeted the site of the U.S. strike. Iran released footage of the missile launch, which included imagery intended to convey a message of defiance against the U.S.
Kuwait's Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned the Iranian missile attack, asserting it violated Kuwaiti sovereignty and emphasized ongoing diplomatic efforts to reduce regional tensions. No casualties were reported from the incident, which reflects the ongoing volatility in the region despite a fragile ceasefire.
