KUWAIT CITY, Kuwait — Two medical workers were injured by falling shrapnel at an emergency medical centre in Kuwait on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, the country’s health ministry confirmed, as regional tensions continue to impact civilian areas.

According to the ministry, the two members of the emergency medical team were on duty at the facility when shrapnel struck the site, causing injuries that required medical treatment.

Both staff members were rushed to a nearby hospital and are reported to be in stable condition following the incident. Local health officials said that authorities have launched an investigation into how the shrapnel fell on the centre.

The attack comes amid ongoing regional conflict, with several Gulf states experiencing spill over effects as hostilities escalate. Although the precise source of the shrapnel has not been publicly detailed, similar cases linked to debris from intercepted missiles and military operations have raised safety concerns for civilian infrastructure and emergency responders.

Kuwait’s Ministry of Health emphasized that measures are being taken to ensure the safety of healthcare personnel and maintain the readiness of medical services despite the security situation.

Local officials also reiterated calls for calm and cooperation as investigations continue and efforts to protect frontline medical staff are reinforced.