Iran Fires Three Ballistic Missiles at US Base Near Kuwait Port
Iranian state news agency Tasnim reported that three ballistic missiles launched from Iran struck a US military base located near the port area in Kuwait. The impact of the missile strikes caused visible smoke plumes that could be seen from the Iraqi side of the Kuwait border. The report highlights a failure of US defenses to intercept the attack.
Simultaneously, Ali Khaderyan, a member of Iran's National Security and Foreign Policy Committee in parliament, issued a statement regarding regional tensions. He declared that Iran intends to control the Strait of Hormuz independently, without cooperation from other countries, emphasizing, "Iran will manage the Strait of Hormuz, with or without Oman."
This missile attack and the accompanying political statement underscore escalating tensions between Iran and the United States, as well as Iran's assertive stance on regional maritime control. The incident occurred on July 12, 2026, and marks a significant development in the security dynamics of the Gulf region.
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