Iranian forces launch missiles and drones toward Kuwait and Bahrain, prompting air-defense responses in both Gulf states, according to multiple reports. Several outlets say Iran targets the two allies on separate occasions, with some missiles intercepted and others failing to hit intended targets. One report adds that two drones aimed at Kuwait break apart en route, while US Central Command says missiles aimed at Bahrain are intercepted.
The attacks occur alongside continued US-Iran exchange of strikes. Multiple sources describe the US intercepting Iranian missiles and drones and conducting air or strike operations in response, including actions near Qeshm Island close to the Strait of Hormuz and strikes against Iranian-linked targets such as radar sites.
Diplomacy is described as stalled. Two outlets say ongoing indirect US-Iran talks and a fragile truce fail to produce an agreement, with tit-for-tat threats and sporadic exchanges of fire continuing. Several reports also tie the renewed escalation to tensions over the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route for Gulf oil and gas, and broader regional instability.
