Drone Strikes Hit Kuwait Ministries Complex and Power & Desalination Plants

KUWAIT CITY, April 5:  Multiple government institutions in Kuwait City have activated emergency measures and shifted to remote operations after a series of drone strikes caused significant material damage to critical infrastructure, authorities confirmed on Sunday.

The Ministry of Finance announced that its Ministries Complex building was directly targeted by what it described as an “enemy drone” amid ongoing regional tensions linked to Iranian aggression. The strike resulted in extensive structural damage to the complex, though no casualties were reported.

In an official statement, the ministry said emergency response teams and relevant authorities were deployed immediately, following established crisis protocols. As a precautionary measure, all employees at the Ministries Complex were instructed to work remotely on Sunday, April 5, with in-person services temporarily suspended. Officials said updates would be provided as the situation evolves.

Meanwhile, the Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy confirmed that two power generation and water desalination plants were also targeted by hostile drones. The attacks caused serious material damage and forced the shutdown of two electricity generation units, raising concerns over potential disruptions to essential services.

Ministry spokesperson Fatima Jawhar Hayat stated that technical and emergency teams were immediately mobilized and are working under coordinated emergency plans with other authorities to safeguard the stability of the country’s electricity and water supply systems.

She emphasized that maintaining uninterrupted access to power and water remains a “top priority,” adding that teams are operating around the clock to restore affected units and ensure continuity of services.

Separately, the General Authority for Minors Affairs announced the temporary closure of its main headquarters on Sunday as a precautionary measure under what it described as “exceptional circumstances.” Staff have transitioned to remote work, while visitors are being redirected to other operational branches.

The authority confirmed that services will continue digitally through the government’s unified digital platform, Sahel app, as well as its official website.

The coordinated response across ministries underscores Kuwait’s efforts to maintain essential services and public safety amid escalating regional security challenges. Authorities have urged the public to rely on official channels for updates and to adhere to any safety guidance issued in the coming hours.