Baghdad Condemns Iranian Missile and Drone Strikes on Kuwait

The Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs has formally condemned recent missile and drone strikes launched from Iran targeting Kuwaiti territory. This diplomatic rebuke follows reports from the Kuwaiti military confirming that its air defense systems successfully intercepted the incoming projectiles. Baghdad’s statement urged all regional actors to exercise restraint and avoid actions that could further escalate existing tensions. The ministry emphasized that diplomacy and dialogue remain the essential pathways for achieving peaceful resolutions to regional conflicts. Iraq further pledged its support for international efforts aimed at stabilizing the region and preventing further military confrontation. The strikes occurred in the immediate aftermath of retaliatory operations conducted by the United States against targets within Iran.