- Trump signals military action against Iran, addressing issues in Tehran and referencing requests from Pakistan.
- Iran launched strikes on Kuwait, Jordan, and Bahrain, leading to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and prompting Trump to order military action.
- US and Iran engaged in major strikes across the Gulf region, including Jordan, Kuwait, and Bahrain, driving up oil prices.
- Iranian strikes reported in Iraq, while U.S. strikes destroyed maritime control towers, and Jordan staved off Iranian missiles targeting allies in Kuwait and Bahrain.
Iranian attacks launched missile and drone barrages against Kuwait, leading to operational suspensions at Kuwait International Airport and a 4.6% rise in Brent crude prices.
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Iranian attacks launched missile and drone barrages against Kuwait, leading to operational suspensions at Kuwait International Airport and a 4.6% rise in Brent crude prices.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Iranian attacks on Kuwait led to operational suspensions at the airport and a 4.6% rise in Brent crude prices.1 source
Iranian strikes caused airspace closures and forced flight suspensions at Kuwait International Airport.1 source
Iran attacked Kuwaiti oil facilities and infrastructure, suspending airport operations amid claims of US violations.1 source
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Iranian strikes reported in Iraq, while U.S. strikes destroyed maritime control towers, and Jordan staved off Iranian missiles targeting allies in Kuwait and Bahrain.Also in this story
- Iran launched coordinated strikes on targets in Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan, and Iraq, coinciding with U.S. military strikes in Ahvaz and discussions regarding Ukraine.
- A desalination facility in Hormozgan Province was hit, cutting off drinking water supplies and triggering a regional crisis affecting multiple countries.
- US military action led to strikes in Iraq and another country on July 18, 2026.
- A US drone detonation occurred in northern Iraq.
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Kuwait
sovereign state in Western Asia
Related events
- Strikes on September 11th target major oil export loading points and maritime areas near Kuwait and Bahrain, prompting abandonment warnings.
- Iran launched coordinated attacks on targets in Kuwait, including a desalination plant, and also fired missiles at bases in Saudi Arabia and Jordan.
- Escalation in the Gulf region due to Iranian actions has led to attacks on transport networks and commercial shipping lanes across the Middle East.
- Iran launched attacks on US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain, leading to interceptions and a strait blockade.
- Iran conflict escalates with missile attacks targeting Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan, while market prices reflect Fed rate hike expectations.