Live: Iranian missiles targeting Kuwait and Bahrain escalate regional tensions
Al Jazeera's live coverage reports that Iranian-origin missiles reached targets in Kuwait and Bahrain. The United States said it shot down several Iranian drones and attacked radar sites. Gulf countries have moved to heightened security postures.
Al JazeeraAl Jazeera's live coverage and regional wire services report that Iranian-origin missiles reached an area near an airport in Kuwait and several facilities in Bahrain. Kuwait's Civil Defence said at least one person was killed and dozens were injured, with air traffic temporarily suspended. Bahraini authorities said sirens sounded for an extended period in the capital Manama and that formal confirmation is still in progress.
US Central Command (CENTCOM) said it shot down several Iranian drones and, in response, struck two Iranian radar sites. Tehran has not directly addressed the question of responsibility for the wider salvo, but state media said US and Israeli actions "make the right of self-defence necessary." The Gulf Cooperation Council called an emergency meeting.
In markets, Brent crude rose more than three dollars within hours, and regional airlines announced temporary route adjustments over the Persian Gulf. Analysts told reporters they are watching for any spillover into key chokepoints such as the Strait of Hormuz and Bab al-Mandeb. This is not investment advice.
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