U.S. Forces Intercept Iranian Missiles Targeting Kuwait and Bahrain
U.S. forces intercepted six Iranian ballistic missiles launched toward Kuwait and Bahrain on June 5, 2026, according to U.S. Central Command. Officials said a seventh missile failed before reaching its target. The reported targets included military facilities used by U.S. forces in both Gulf nations.
Missile Attack Targets U.S. Facilities
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said the missile launches were aimed at the Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait and the headquarters of the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet in Bahrain.
U.S. officials stated that missile defense systems successfully intercepted six of the seven missiles launched during the attack. CENTCOM reported that no U.S. personnel were injured.
Officials also rejected claims from Iranian state media that the Fifth Fleet headquarters sustained damage.
Bahrain and Kuwait Respond
Air raid sirens were activated across Bahrain following the missile launches.
Kuwaiti military officials condemned the attack, describing it as a violation of the country’s sovereignty. Authorities in both countries monitored the situation as defensive systems responded to the threat.
No civilian casualties were reported in the immediate aftermath of the incident.
Drone Threats Preceded Missile Launches
Before the missile attack, U.S. forces reportedly intercepted four Iranian one-way attack drones operating near the Strait of Hormuz.
According to military officials, the drones posed a threat to commercial maritime traffic in one of the world’s most important shipping routes.
The drone interceptions occurred hours before the ballistic missile launches toward Kuwait and Bahrain.
U.S. Conducts Counterstrikes
Following the missile attack, U.S. forces carried out strikes against Iranian coastal surveillance radar sites.
Military officials said the strikes targeted facilities in Goruk and on Qeshm Island. The operations were described as defensive actions intended to prevent additional attacks against U.S. personnel and regional assets.
No immediate information was released regarding damage or casualties from the counterstrikes.
Rising Regional Tensions
The exchange marks a significant escalation in tensions between Washington and Tehran.
The incident comes amid a fragile ceasefire that had reportedly been in place since April and follows recent diplomatic disagreements and sanctions announcements.
Several countries in the region called for restraint, while international leaders urged both sides to pursue diplomatic solutions to avoid further escalation.
