West Asia Conflict Update: Kuwait Airport Hit, Trump Sends Ceasefire Plan

Kuwait airport was struck by a drone. Israel hit Tehran targets. The US sent Iran a 15-point ceasefire plan and prepared to deploy 1,000 troops from the 82nd Airborne. Iran partially reopened the Strait of Hormuz to non-hostile vessels.

A drone struck a fuel tank at Kuwait International Airport with no casualties. The National Guard intercepted six drones in the same period. The Kuwait Army publicly asked residents to interpret explosion sounds as successful interceptions by air defence systems.

The US deployed 1,000 soldiers from the 82nd Airborne Division to West Asia while sending a 15-point ceasefire proposal to Tehran. The simultaneous military buildup and diplomatic overture reflects the Trump administration's negotiating posture: pressure alongside an exit ramp.

Iran told the IMO that non-hostile vessels can transit the Strait. One-fifth of global oil supply moves through the Strait daily. The partial opening, if sustained, reduces energy price pressure but does not constitute a full restoration of normal shipping.

Nine million Indian nationals work in Gulf states. India depends on the Gulf for most of its petroleum imports. The MEA updates travel advisories continuously and Indian embassies in Kuwait, UAE, Saudi Arabia and other states are providing consular support.