US embassy in Kuwait closes amid regional tensions

The US Embassy in Kuwait has closed until further notice due to regional tensions, the mission announced on X.

Security Alert:  U.S. Embassy Kuwait Closure

Due to ongoing regional tensions, the U.S. Embassy in Kuwait will be closed until further notice.  We have canceled all regular and emergency consular appointments.  We will communicate when the embassy returns to normal operations.… pic.twitter.com/x3hJQXp51Q

— U.S. Embassy Kuwait (@USEmbassyQ8) March 3, 2026

“Due to ongoing regional tensions, the U.S. Embassy in Kuwait will be closed until further notice.  We have cancelled all regular and emergency consular appointments.  We will communicate when the embassy returns to normal operations,” the statement read.

By Jeyhun Aghazada