Israel-Iran war LIVE updates: Fire erupts at Kuwait airport after drones strike fuel tank
The conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran continues to escalate, with Iran launching attacks on Israel and US military bases in the region. A fire erupted at Kuwait International Airport after drones struck a fuel tank, amid heightened tensions and a sharp rise in oil prices due to the blockage of the Strait of Hormuz.
The US and Israel launched strikes on Iran on February 28, killing Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei. Iran retaliated with attacks on Israel and US military bases in the region. Drones hit a fuel tank at Kuwait International Airport, sparking a fire. The attack caused limited damage and no casualties. Iran's Revolutionary Guards launched missiles and drones at military bases hosting US forces in Kuwait, Jordan, and Bahrain. The Kuwait National Guard intercepted six drones, and air defences responded to hostile missile and drone attacks. The conflict has significantly affected global energy supply, triggering a sharp rise in oil prices. The Strait of Hormuz remains blocked, with several oil tankers being hit in recent days.
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