Egypt condemns attacks against northern border of Kuwait

CAIRO – 25 April 2026: Egypt strongly condemned the attack targeting two locations at the northern land border posts of Kuwait using explosive-laden drones.

According to a statement from the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Egypt reaffirmed its categorical rejection of any violation of Kuwait’s sovereignty or any attempts to undermine its security and stability, emphasizing that Kuwait’s security is an integral part of Egypt’s national security.

Egypt expressed its full solidarity with the government and people of Kuwait, as well as with all Gulf states, in confronting such heinous attacks. It also affirmed its support for all measures undertaken by the Kuwaiti authorities to protect their borders, safeguard national resources, and ensure the safety of citizens and residents.

The Kuwait Army announced on Friday that two locations at the northern land border posts of Kuwait were targeted in a cowardly attack by two explosive-laden drones, guided by fiber optic cables, launched from the Republic of Iraq. 

The attack resulted in material damage, but thankfully, no casualties were reported, the Army added, saying that the Kuwaiti Ministry of Defense confirmed that the relevant authorities immediately initiated the necessary procedures to address the incident.