The U.S. State Department has approved a potential foreign military sale of counter-unmanned aerial systems (counter-drone) equipment to Kuwait valued at about $1.98–$2 billion. Multiple outlets report the deal is being advanced through the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) process and is intended to strengthen Kuwait’s ability to detect, counter, and defend against drone threats, alongside broader regional security objectives.
According to the U.S. government statements cited by some reports, the package supports U.S. foreign policy and national security goals and will enhance Kuwait’s defensive capabilities. Kuwait is described as a major non-NATO ally in the Middle East.
Several reports link the timing of the approval to recent attacks on Kuwait, including strikes involving missiles and drones that affected the country’s international airport. Those attacks reportedly resulted in at least one death and multiple injuries, along with damage that disrupted airport operations.
One outlet specifies the counter-drone systems are associated with Anduril, a defense technology company, while other reports describe the platforms more generally as counter-UAS equipment and related components.
