Rocket attack sparks protest at Kuwaiti diplomatic site in Iraq

Late on Monday evening, three Iraqi citizens were killed and five others injured when rockets struck a residence in the Khor al-Zubair area near Basra. Authorities suspect the projectiles originated from Kuwaiti soil and arrived within moments, leaving local families trapped under rubble. The sudden violence drew an angry response—shortly afterward, demonstrators forced their way into the Kuwaiti consulate compound.Kuwait’s government quickly labeled the consulate breach as a serious violation of international rules that protect foreign missions. In a formal statement, officials emphasized that Iraq holds final responsibility for safeguarding diplomatic sites within its borders. The same statement reiterated that Kuwait refuses to join any regional fight and will never permit its land to be used for hostile acts against neighbors.