Iran launched strikes on military targets in Kuwait and Syria following recent US attacks. Missiles and drones were also intercepted over Jordan and Iraq, while explosions were reported in Qatar and Bahrain, raising fears of a wider regional conflict.
Iran attacks Kuwait
Iranian state television reported that the country launched drone attacks against US military deployment sites and logistical support facilities in Kuwait. Iranian officials described the operation as retaliation for those killed during recent US strikes, stating that the attacks were carried out in response to what Tehran called aggression against the Islamic Republic. The statement said the operation targeted locations associated with US military activities rather than civilian infrastructure.
Iran Syria strikes
Iran's Revolutionary Guards announced that they conducted what they described as a surprise operation against the Special Operations Command Centre in Syria's Al-Tanf region. According to the official statement, Iranian forces also targeted maritime surveillance radar installations and air surveillance systems believed to support US military operations. Iranian officials said the strikes were intended as retaliation for the deaths of Iranian personnel in earlier attacks.
Jordan intercepts missiles
Jordan's military confirmed that its air defence systems intercepted three Iranian missiles after they entered the country's airspace on Friday morning. Officials stated that the missiles were successfully destroyed before reaching their intended targets. In northern Iraq, Kurdish counterterrorism authorities reported that coalition forces intercepted eight explosive-laden drones over Erbil during the early morning hours, preventing additional damage.
Qatar explosions
Residents in Doha reported hearing explosions across parts of the Qatari capital, while similar incidents were reported in Bahrain. Iranian media claimed that military aircraft and helicopters associated with US forces were among the intended targets at an air base in the region. Authorities in several Gulf countries continued monitoring the security situation as military activity increased throughout the day.
The latest escalation follows comments from US President Donald Trump, who said the previous ceasefire was no longer in effect. Since fighting resumed on June 22, both countries have exchanged military actions that have significantly raised tensions across the Middle East.
Iran's Health Ministry reported that US strikes since June 22 have killed at least 38 people and injured more than 400. Ministry spokesperson Hossein Kermanpour said the casualties include women and children, with dozens receiving treatment for injuries sustained during the attacks. The figures were released through an official government statement.
The rapidly evolving conflict has heightened concerns among regional governments and the international community about the possibility of a broader confrontation involving multiple countries. Officials across the Gulf continue to strengthen air defence measures while closely monitoring further military developments. Information in this report is based on statements released by Iranian government officials, Jordan's Armed Forces, Kurdish counterterrorism authorities, and Iran's Health Ministry.
