Arab and Gulf nations condemned Iran's repeated attacks on Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan, calling them a violation of sovereignty and a threat to regional security. Saudi Arabia also announced the resumption of Lebanese exports after Lebanon met drug smuggling control standards.
Arab and Gulf nations, including Saudi Arabia, the GCC, Kuwait, Qatar, UAE, and Egypt, strongly condemned repeated Iranian attacks targeting Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan, denouncing them as violations of sovereignty and threats to regional security. They urged de-escalation and diplomatic solutions.
Arab and Gulf countries, including Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, Qatar, and the GCC, strongly condemned repeated Iranian attacks targeting Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan, denouncing them as violations of sovereignty and threats to regional security. They called for de-escalation and diplomatic solutions.
Saudi Arabia strongly condemned Iran's "brutal" attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan, calling them a threat to regional and international security. The Kingdom reiterated its full solidarity with the three nations and support for their measures to protect sovereignty and stability.
Kuwait condemned repeated Iranian attacks, reporting one death and 63 injuries from ballistic missiles and drones targeting civilian facilities, including Kuwait International Airport. Gulf Cooperation Council states expressed solidarity with Kuwait, calling the attacks a serious escalation and a violation of international law.
Al-Azhar strongly condemned Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks targeting Kuwait and Bahrain, which resulted in civilian casualties and damage to vital infrastructure, including Kuwait International Airport.
Kuwait resumed flights on Wednesday after announcing Iranian attacks killed one person, injured others, and damaged diplomatic missions, forcing airport closure. Iran's supreme leader advisor threatened further missile and drone attacks against the US if they renew strikes.
Kuwait's Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly condemned Iran's repeated ballistic missile and drone attacks, which targeted civilian and vital facilities including Kuwait International Airport, resulting in one death and injuries. The ministry stated that these aggressive acts undermine regional stability and violate international law.
US Central Command (CENTCOM) has denied reports from Iran's ISNA news agency, citing the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, of successful Iranian missile and drone strikes on the US Navy's Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain and a US airbase in the region. CENTCOM stated that all Iranian attacks on American forces failed and that US forces are vigilant.
Saudi official Badr Al-Asaker prayed for the safety of Kuwait and Bahrain after Iran allegedly attacked targets in both countries. Kuwait's air defenses intercepted hostile missile and drone attacks, while Bahrain's interior ministry urged calm.
The US military reported repelling multiple Iranian missile and drone attacks on its bases and allies, responding with strikes on an Iranian island. Meanwhile, Israel continued its strikes in southern Lebanon despite US-brokered peace talks with Lebanese diplomats, complicated by Hezbollah's opposition.
The US and Iran have engaged in retaliatory strikes around the Strait of Hormuz, marking the third escalation in a week. The US cited self-defense after an Iranian drone was shot down, while Iran targeted a US base in Kuwait. Negotiations for a ceasefire extension appear stalled.
The US conducted "self-defence strikes" on Iranian military sites near the Strait of Hormuz in response to "aggressive Iranian actions," including a drone being shot down. Iran's IRGC stated it targeted a US air base in Kuwait in retaliation, marking the third escalation in a week. Kuwait condemned the "heinous and repeated Iranian attacks."
US Ambassador Mick Huckabee confirmed Israel sent Iron Dome batteries to the UAE for protection against Iran. PM Netanyahu's office later revealed a secret March visit to the UAE, exacerbating diplomatic challenges for Abu Dhabi.
The UAE is now protected by Israel's Iron Dome air defense system amid Iranian drone and missile attacks, confirmed by US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee.
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The U.S. military also says that it "targeted Iranian military facilities responsible for attacking U.S. forces." The exchange occurred Thursday as U.S. Navy destroyers transited the Strait of Hormuz, U.S. Central Command said in a social media post.
According to the TV channel, the Iranian side used missiles and drones
Meanwhile, Iran warned the US against any further escalation in the Strait of Hormuz, after a spate of attacks risked reigniting the war.
Israel has secretly deployed its Iron Dome air defense system to the United Arab Emirates, marking the first operational deployment of the system in another country beyond Israel and the United States. The deployment came after UAE faced around 550 ballistic and cruise missiles and over 2,200 drones from Iran, making it one of the most heavily targeted countries in the region. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the deployment following a call with UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, with several dozen IDF personnel also sent to help defend critical infrastructure.
LONDON: King Abdullah of Jordan and President Ahmad Al-Sharaa of Syria discussed on Thursday the dangerous developments in the region this week following the US and Israeli attacks against Iran that began on Saturday. During their telephone conversation, both leaders emphasized the need for dialogue to prevent further escalation of the regional crisis.
