Iran fires at bases in Kuwait and Bahrain after US hits radar sites
Why it matters: The exchange further strains an April ceasefire and keeps pressure on Strait of Hormuz shipping and oil flows.
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Why it matters: The exchange further strains an April ceasefire and keeps pressure on Strait of Hormuz shipping and oil flows.
Why it matters: The step could deepen the US-Iran standoff as ceasefire talks falter and Gulf allies seek compensation for damage.
Why it matters: The strikes hit traffic near the Strait of Hormuz and prompted Bahrain sirens as oil and gas route risks climbed.
The US said six Iranian missiles were intercepted and one missed its target, sharpening risks to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
What's new: Tehran reported no tangible progress, even as Trump pushed for a weekend breakthrough and Gulf tensions flared again.
Why it matters: Oil rose more than 2% as fighting again threatened the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global energy shipments.
Kuwait suspended air traffic and diverted flights after Terminal 1 was heavily damaged.
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