Tensions in the Persian Gulf have sharply escalated following reports of Iranian attacks on U.S. military facilities across the region. Iranian state television, citing military sources, announced that strikes had been launched against American bases in several Gulf countries.
According to early reports, Iranian ballistic missiles targeted key military installations. A powerful explosion was reported in Abu Dhabi, and the United Arab Emirates temporarily closed its airspace. The Al Dhafra Air Base in the UAE is believed to have been among the targets, with large explosions reported in the area.
In Bahrain’s capital, Manama, smoke was seen rising from the Al Jufair district, which hosts a U.S. Fifth Fleet base, after what officials described as a possible Iranian strike.Meanwhile, Qatar’s Interior Ministry urged residents to remain indoors after a Patriot missile defense system reportedly intercepted a missile aimed at Al Udeid Air Base. Authorities also announced the temporary closure of Qatar’s airspace.
