Iran, US, Kuwait, Bahrain clash amid escalating Gulf tensions

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Kuwait and Bahrain report drone and missile attacks from Iran, while the US military conducted "self-defence" strikes on Iran's Qeshm Island.
Diplomatic efforts show little progress amid escalating tensions in the Gulf region.

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Kuwait and Bahrain report drone and missile attacks from Iran, while the US military conducted "self-defence" strikes on Iran's Qeshm Island. Diplomatic efforts show little progress amid escalating tensions in the Gulf region.

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