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Iran claims strikes on US military assets in Bahrain, Jordan, and Kuwait
Middle East Eye·IR · US · BH·about 5 hours ago
Reports indicate potential Iranian-backed strikes against US military assets across Jordan, Kuwait, and Bahrain. The scale, nature of the weaponry, and casualty figures remain unconfirmed, marking a significant potential escalation in regional hostilities.
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US-Iran tensions are escalating following the collapse of a ceasefire, marked by renewed kinetic exchanges and increased military posturing. Iranian state media claims a US missile strike on a tanker in the Gulf of Oman, though this remains unverified. The US is evaluating expanded military operations, while the UK has issued a defensive warning to Iran regarding threats against military bases.