Iran war day 104: Iran says it attacks US bases after American strikes
Iran launched retaliatory strikes on US bases in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan after the US military targeted multiple Iranian facilities, including water infrastructure, in a self-defense operation. The escalation follows warnings from US President Donald Trump and led to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting global oil transit routes and prompting flight diversions in the region.
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced retaliatory strikes against US bases in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan following American airstrikes on Iranian targets. The US military’s Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed strikes on key Iranian facilities, describing them as acts of self-defense amid heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran. US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that President Donald Trump had ordered the attacks to secure a permanent ceasefire, warning that further strikes could continue if necessary. In response to the US actions, Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil transit route, and warned vessels to avoid the area. Iranian authorities also reported restoring water services in Sirik county after US strikes damaged two concrete water storage reservoirs, raising concerns over potential violations of international humanitarian law. Tehran’s military command had anticipated further US attacks, with Iranian state media reporting that the retaliation was immediate after the strikes. Kuwait temporarily closed its airspace due to Iranian aggression, diverting flights and suspending all Kuwait Airways operations. The US State Department issued an alert for Jordan, advising citizens to seek shelter as missiles or drones reportedly entered Jordanian airspace. Meanwhile, Israel reported projectiles landing near its troops in southern Lebanon, though no casualties or damage were confirmed. The escalation follows Trump’s earlier warnings that Iran had failed to negotiate a deal, stating they would face consequences. The latest exchanges mark a renewed direct confrontation after both sides had previously signaled an end to hostilities. Global markets and regional stability remain at risk as tensions continue to rise.
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