Iran targets US military bases in Kuwait with missile, drone strikes as conflict continues
The US and Iran have confirmed they will sign a peace accord this Friday in Geneva, though hostilities continue. Washington recently launched a fresh wave of strikes on Iranian military targets, prompting Tehran to retaliate with missile and drone attacks across the Gulf and Jordan. President Donald Trump claims the US has "almost total control" of the Strait of Hormuz and has threatened to strike Iran at a "much harder and higher level." Meanwhile, US intelligence reports suggest Iran remains determined to prolong the conflict for months to frustrate the United States.
What changed
The US and Iran have scheduled a peace accord signing for Friday in Geneva, while the Pentagon has begun polygraphing staff to find munitions leaks.
Live updates
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US and Iran exchange strikes as peace accord signing is set for Friday
The US and Iran have confirmed they will sign a peace accord this Friday in Geneva, though hostilities continue. Washington recently launched a fresh wave of strikes on Iranian military targets, prompting Tehran to retaliate with missile and drone attacks across the Gulf and Jordan. President Donald Trump claims the US has "almost total control" of the Strait of Hormuz and has threatened to strike Iran at a "much harder and higher level." Meanwhile, US intelligence reports suggest Iran remains determined to prolong the conflict for months to frustrate the United States.
Why it matters
The conflict escalated after Iran targeted US bases in retaliation for a wedding bombing that killed five people. The US has responded with military strikes and economic sanctions, including those against Turkey's Golden Global Yatirim Bankasi Anonim Sirketi. Tensions remain high as both nations balance military aggression with diplomatic negotiations.
What is confirmed
- The US and Iran have confirmed a peace accord signing is set for Friday in Geneva.
- Washington launched strikes on Iranian military sites, leading to Iranian missile and drone attacks in the Gulf and Jordan.
- President Donald Trump stated the US has "almost total control" of the Strait of Hormuz.
- The Pentagon conducted polygraph tests on 50 military and civilian Joint Staff members to identify the source of leaked munitions data.
Still unconfirmed
- The USS Abraham Lincoln crew experienced deteriorating living conditions after nine months at sea.
What to watch next
- The signing of the peace accord in Geneva on Friday
- The outcome of the Pentagon's polygraph investigation into munitions leaks
- South Korea's decision regarding the US-led Hormuz navigation mission
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Iran claims responsibility for strikes on US bases in Kuwait and UAE
Iran has claimed responsibility for missile and drone attacks on US military bases in Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates. Tehran stated the strikes were retaliation for a wedding bombing it attributes to Washington. While Donald Trump reportedly considers declaring the conflict over, the US Treasury has increased economic pressure by sanctioning the Turkish bank Golden Global Yatirim Bankasi Anonim Sirketi. Vice President JD Vance has publicly rejected the term war to describe the current hostilities as the US election approaches.
Why it matters
The escalation follows a week of renewed strikes, including US attacks on Iranian mine-laying systems and radar. The conflict involves a mix of direct military engagement and economic warfare. Tensions remain high despite administration efforts to define the nature of the fighting.
What is confirmed
- Iran claimed responsibility for strikes on US military bases in Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates.
- The US Treasury sanctioned Golden Global Yatirim Bankasi Anonim Sirketi.
- Vice President JD Vance rejected the use of the word war to describe the fighting with Iran.
Still unconfirmed
- Donald Trump is contemplating declaring the Iran war over.
- Donald Trump stated there were no US deaths in the Iran war.
What to watch next
- Confirmation of casualties or damage at bases in Kuwait and the UAE
- Official US response to the Iranian claim regarding a wedding bombing
- Further sanctions against financial institutions linked to Iran
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- wtop.com — Vance says Iran fight isn’t a ‘war’ as Trump tries to navigate unpopular conflict as election nears
- www.tvcnews.tv — Iran Claims Attack On US Military Bases In Kuwait, UAE
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Iran Launches Missile and Drone Strikes Against US Bases in Kuwait
Iran launched an overnight attack using missiles and drones targeting US military bases in Kuwait. The Kuwaiti army reported activating air defenses to intercept the incoming fire. No immediate reports of injuries have been released. This aggression follows a second round of US strikes within three days that targeted Iranian radar and mine-laying systems. Vice President JD Vance stated that the Trump administration has economic, military, diplomatic, and covert options available to address the situation.
Why it matters
The escalation follows US strikes on Iranian rocket launchers in the Strait of Hormuz earlier this week. This conflict occurs as Israel warns that economic sanctions may drive the Iranian regime toward desperate actions to avoid collapse. Control of the Strait of Hormuz remains a central point of contention.
What is confirmed
- Iran launched missiles and drones at US military bases in Kuwait overnight.
- The Kuwaiti army activated air defenses to intercept the Iranian attack.
- The US conducted a second round of attacks in three days against Iranian radar and mine-laying systems.
- Vice President JD Vance stated that all options, including military and covert measures, are on the table.
Still unconfirmed
- Air bases used by the US in the UAE were also hit.
What to watch next
- Confirmation of casualties or structural damage to bases in Kuwait
- Donald Trump's decision on which military or diplomatic options to deploy
- Evidence of further Iranian strikes in the Gulf region
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- The Jerusalem Post — Iranian missile, drone attack in Kuwait targets US military bases - report
- France 24 — Mideast live: Kuwait army says intercepting missile, drone attack from Iran
- www.irishtimes.com — Trump claims renewed strikes on Iran are short-lived and that US controls Strait of Hormuz
- The Times of Israel — Kuwait targeted overnight in Iranian missile and drone attack; no immediate reports of injuries
- India Today — US-Iran War Live: Kuwait says confronting Iranian drones and missiles, air defences activated
- www.foxnews.com — Iran retaliates against US by firing at Kuwait in 'blatant' aggression
- www.theguardian.com — Iran targets US bases as Israel warns sanctions could drive Tehran to ‘desperate steps’
- www.econotimes.com — Iran Strikes U.S. Bases in Kuwait as Hormuz Tensions Rise
- www.livemint.com — US-Iran war news LIVE: JD Vance says all options against Iran on the table, Trump to decide which to use