Drone Strike Hits Italy-US Base in Kuwait, No Casualties Reported

A drone struck the Ali Al Salem air base in Kuwait on Sunday, March 15, 2026, damaging an aircraft shelter but causing no injuries, Italy’s military confirmed. The base hosts both Italian and U.S. Forces.

Details of the Attack

According to a statement released by Italy’s Chief of the Defence General Staff, General Luciano Portolano, the drone hit a shelter housing a remotely piloted aircraft belonging to the Italian Task Force Air (TFA). The aircraft was destroyed in the attack [Jamaica Observer].

Italian military officials stated that all personnel at the base were safe and uninjured at the time of the attack. The number of personnel had been reduced in recent days due to the “evolving security situation in the area” [Jamaica Observer].

Despite the damage, the remaining personnel are continuing to carry out essential mission activities. The affected aircraft was described as an “essential asset” for operational activities [Jamaica Observer].

Recent Drone Attacks and Personnel Withdrawal

This incident follows a similar drone attack on an Italian military base in Iraqi Kurdistan last week. In response to that attack, Rome temporarily withdrew its personnel – numbering less than 300 – who were training local security forces as part of an international coalition [Jamaica Observer].

Regional Context

The attacks occur amidst heightened tensions in the Middle East, with the Iran-Israel conflict potentially contributing to the increased security risks in the region.

Italian officials have indicated they do not believe Italy was specifically targeted in the attack [Moneycontrol].

Further Information

The Ali Al Salem air base is a key facility for both the U.S. And Italian air forces in the region [Daily Sabah].