Saudi Arabia Condemns IRGC Infiltration into Kuwait’s Bubiyan Island

Riyadh calls the incident a violation of Kuwait’s sovereignty and international law

May 14, 2026 at 11:05 AM
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Riyadh: Saudi Arabia on Thursday strongly condemned the infiltration by an armed group linked to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) into Kuwait’s Bubiyan Island, warning that such actions threaten regional security and stability.

The Saudi Foreign Ministry reaffirmed the Kingdom’s full solidarity with Kuwait and support for all measures taken to protect its sovereignty and security.

The Ministry stresses the Kingdom’s categorical rejection of such hostilities that violate the sovereignty of the State of Kuwait, which constitute a clear breach of international law and the Charter of the United Nations.

It affirms that these violations undermine international efforts aimed at restoring security and stability in the region.

Saudi Arabia also reaffirmed its full solidarity with Kuwait, its government and people, and reiterated support for all measures taken by Kuwaiti authorities to safeguard the country’s sovereignty, security, and stability.

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