U.S. Military Intercepts Iranian Missiles and Drones Targeting Kuwait and Bahrain

The U.S. military intercepted six Iranian ballistic missiles aimed at Kuwait and Bahrain on Friday evening, shortly after downing four Iranian drones that were launched toward the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) reported that the drones posed an immediate threat to regional maritime traffic. In response, U.S. forces targeted Iranian coastal surveillance radar sites in Goruk and on Qeshm Island to prevent further attacks. CENTCOM stated that six of the missiles were intercepted, while a seventh missile did not reach its target. There were no reports of harm to U.S. personnel, and Iranian claims of damaging U.S. 5th fleet headquarters in Bahrain were denied. The incident occurred as the region approaches the two-month mark since a ceasefire was established on April 8. Despite multiple incidents of aggression, the Trump administration maintains that the ceasefire remains intact and peace negotiations are ongoing. Additionally, the House recently voted to limit the President's military actions against Iran without Congressional approval. President Trump indicated that an attack on U.S. troops would prompt a swift military response.