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Iran army says it struck US targets in Kuwait, Bahrain with drones

By AFP and Reuters 16 July 2026, 7:45 am
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Iran’s army says it carried out drone attacks against US bases and facilities in Kuwait and Bahrain, state TV reports, after the United States carried out strikes on the Islamic Republic.

Iran’s military says it targeted “radar systems, a Patriot air defense system, and fuel storage facilities at Ali Al Salem Air Base” in Kuwait and US military facilities at the Sheikh Isa Air Base in Bahrain, IRIB reports.

Meanwhile Jordan says it has intercepted eight Iranian missiles today, according to the country’s state news agency.

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