U.S. and Iran Exchange New Strikes as Regional Tensions Spread Across Gulf
The United States launched a second day of airstrikes against Iranian military targets Thursday, while Iran responded with missile attacks aimed at Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan, expanding fears that the conflict could spread across the Gulf. U.S. Central Command said the strikes targeted Iranian surveillance, communications, and air defense systems, describing the operation as a response to continued Iranian aggression. Iran’s retaliation prompted air defense responses across multiple countries and temporary airspace restrictions in Kuwait.
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The exchange comes as negotiations remain stalled and both sides continue to clash over Iran’s regional influence and control of the Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy chokepoint. Oil markets, shipping operators, and regional governments are closely monitoring developments as the risk of broader escalation increases. Analysts warn that repeated military exchanges raise the possibility of miscalculation even as officials continue discussing potential diplomatic pathways
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