- Iranian drones caused damage in Hamad, Bahrain, as IRGC launched counter-attacks on U.S. targets in Bahrain, while Trump threatened further strikes.
- IRGC claimed closure of vital waterway while Iran targeted US fleet in Bahrain; IMO condemned the attack, and Trump signaled further military action.
- Iran strikes US command centers and bases in Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait.
On July 19, 2026, the IRGC launched targeted attacks on infrastructure and military sites in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan, amid reciprocal strikes from the US and Iran.
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What happened
On July 19, 2026, the IRGC launched targeted attacks on infrastructure and military sites in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan, amid reciprocal strikes from the US and Iran.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.IRGC strikes target Kuwait, Jordan, and Bahrain amid escalating tensions provoked by Trump's military actions.1 source
- Aerial strikes in Jordan are hindering the country's economic rebound.Sub-event
IRGC claims to have targeted an Amazon data center in the context of attacks across Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait.1 source
- Iranian missile and drone attacks occurred on July 19, 2026, targeting facilities in Jordan and Kuwait, with IRGC involvement.Sub-event
- Iran allegedly targeted infrastructure in Bahrain and a US military base in Jordan, leading to a diplomatic crisis with France.Sub-event
Iranian forces conducted new strikes against US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain.1 source
- Iranian missiles target US forces in Jordan, with IRGC claiming responsibility for the strikes.Sub-event
IRGC strikes U.S. facilities in Kuwait and targets a Boeing aircraft in Jordan.1 source
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Iran continued its attacks on Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan on July 20.1 source
Escalation continues with Iran strikes on Kuwait and Bahrain, pressuring Houthis to close Bab el-Mandeb.1 source
Escalation of attacks involving IRGC targets in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan, with reciprocal US/Iran strikes.1 source
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Iran strikes US command centers and bases in Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait.Also in this story
- Israeli military uses defense systems, including Iron Dome, to counter Iranian strikes in Bahrain.
- The Ministry of Defense reported drone interceptions in Kuwait.
- IRGC ordered to target US-linked assets amid US strikes on facilities in Kuwait, Karaj, Bandar Abbas, and Bahrain.
The entities involved
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Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
military organization to protect the political system of the Islamic Republic in Iran
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Kuwait
sovereign state in Western Asia
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Bahrain
country in the Persian Gulf
- Jordan
Related events
- Iran launched coordinated attacks on military and infrastructure sites across the Middle East, including targets in Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, and Jordan.
- The IRGC conducted retaliatory strikes against US military bases, radar, and command centers in the Kuwait and Bahrain region.
- The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claims to operate in Kuwait and targets US bases and assets in Iran.
- Iran targets US facilities in Bahrain, Jordan, and Kuwait, while Trump weighs expanding military action against Iran.
- Iranian missiles targeted Kuwait and Bahrain, leading to US strikes on Qeshm Island and diplomatic talks.
Coverage
Newest first; wire copies grouped- globalsecurity.org
- thenationalnews.comBahrain hosts joint GCC military exercises as regional tensions persist | The National
- aawsat.com
- middleeasteye.netIran military says attacked US bases in Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait
- bankingnews.gr
- sentinelassam.com
- presstv.ir
- english.news.cn
- islamicinvitationturkey.com
- naturalnews.com
- grenadachronicle.com
- legalinsurrection.com
- newkerala.com
- middleeasteye.net
- presstv.ir
- voiceofvienna.org
- mirror.co.uk
- foxnews.com
- pjmedia.com
- blueprint.ng