One person was killed and more than 60 injured after an Iranian drone attack on Terminal 1 of Kuwait International Airport on Wednesday, according to Kuwaiti authorities. The attack occurred amid ongoing tensions between the United States and Iran, despite ongoing efforts to negotiate a peace agreement.

Attack Details and Aftermath

Kuwaiti officials said the drone strike damaged the passenger terminal’s roof, with satellite imagery and verified video footage showing flames, smoke, and a large hole in the structure. The Civil Aviation Authority suspended flights at the airport and began diverting them to other locations. A rescue worker was seen using an excavator to search for people under the rubble, according to a New York Times photo from a separate incident, which illustrates the scale of such emergency operations.

Regional Tensions and Ongoing Negotiations

The incident follows a series of recent strikes between the U.S. and Iran; the U.S. military has described its actions as self-defense, while Iran claims it is retaliating. According to reports. President Donald Trump expressed hope to meet with Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, who is believed to have been injured in previous U.S.-Israeli strikes and has not been seen in public for months. There was no immediate comment from Iranian authorities regarding the attack on Kuwait.

Implications for Peace Talks

Despite ongoing negotiations for a long-term peace agreement, the recent attack reveals the volatility of the region. Kuwaiti officials emphasized that the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran remains in effect, but the incident demonstrates that both sides are still capable of carrying out strikes. The attack also raises questions about the feasibility of reaching a lasting agreement — As both sides continue to assert their positions, the situation remains tense and unpredictable.