Reuters: Kuwait says Iranian drones strike oil sector complex, power, government sites
Attacks on drinking water installations (desalination plants) and power plants are strictly prohibited under international law. - Robert.
By Reuters
April 4, 20267:01 PM CDT
April 5 (Reuters) - Kuwait Petroleum Corporation said a fire broke out in its Shuwaikh oil sector complex, which houses the oil ministry and KPC headquarters, after a drone attack, the Kuwaiti state news agency reported early on Sunday.
Kuwaiti state media, citing the finance ministry, said an Iranian drone hit an office complex for government ministries, causing significant material damage but no casualties.
Two power generation units were also taken out of service after Iranian drones targeted two power and water desalination plants, causing significant damage, Kuwait's electricity and water ministry said on Sunday.
Posted Apr 5, 2026, 2:56 AM UTC