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title: "Iranian Attack on US Military Base in Kuwait Captured on Footage"
url: https://newscentral.site/iranian-attack-on-us-military-base-in-kuwait-captured-on-footage/
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publisher: "News Central Site"
section: "Politics"
published: 2026-10-07T21:00:00.000Z
updated: 2026-10-08T01:06:09.299Z
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source: "CBS News Politics https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-attack-kuwait-camp-buehring-u-s-new-footage/"
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# Iranian Attack on US Military Base in Kuwait Captured on Footage

A newly obtained video shows an intense attack by Iranian forces on a major US military base in Kuwait at the start of the war between the two countries seven months ago.

Newly obtained footage reveals the intensity of an Iranian attack on a major US military base in Kuwait at the start of the war between the two countries seven months ago. The assault involved ballistic missiles, drones, and even what eyewitnesses claim were Iranian F-5 fighter jets.

The video, shot by someone stationed on the ground at Camp Buehring, captures the moments when the attacks struck and their devastating aftermath. This footage offers a glimpse into the significant strain that these Iranian assaults placed on American forces during the opening days of the conflict. It also highlights the challenges faced by US troops in responding to such complex attacks.

The attack on Camp Buehring involved the use of 50-caliber ammunition as some soldiers were relocated from the base to the Udari Desert in Kuwait, according to military officials with knowledge of the matter. The incident is just one example of the numerous Iranian attacks that targeted US bases and troops during this period, prompting a range of defensive measures.

The move was part of the US military's efforts to reduce its presence in areas vulnerable to Iranian attacks. According to Hegseth, over 90% of American troops were relocated from bases within range of Iranian fire.

Camp Buehring, located near the Iraqi border, has served as a key staging ground for US forces deploying across the Middle East for more than two decades. The base's proximity to Iraq made it an attractive location for US military operations in the region.

The authenticity of the footage was confirmed through metadata analysis and comparison with other photographs showing damage to the base.

The Iranian attacks on the US base in Kuwait continued even after the war started, posing a persistent threat to personnel stationed there.

Soldiers were frequently forced into bunkers due to incoming missiles and drones, while eyewitnesses described seeing Iranian F-5 fighter jets flying low overhead.

These aircraft flew close enough for soldiers to see their helmets, leaving little doubt about their origin.

The decision to evacuate was made after a thorough assessment of the situation.

Service members rapidly packed up their equipment and loaded it into vehicles, before embarking on a night journey deep into the Kuwaiti desert in an effort to distance themselves from the conflict zone.

Several personnel were injured during this process, including two soldiers who suffered non-combat related injuries due to lightning strikes in sandstorms.

The newly released footage shows a coordinated Iranian attack on a major US military post in Kuwait. The assault targeted several key bases across the Middle East region, including those in Bahrain, Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Oman, and Jordan.

A significant aspect of this incident is the lack of visual evidence documenting the impact zones from the strikes, despite reports of such attacks occurring. In addition to the footage obtained by CBS News, earlier photos revealed damage at Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia and Camp Arifjan in Kuwait.

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Source: [CBS News Politics](https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-attack-kuwait-camp-buehring-u-s-new-footage/)  
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