Iran Strikes Bahrain and Kuwait, Threatens 'Total Paralysis' of Peace Talks

Iran launched drones and missiles at Bahrain and Kuwait on Sunday in retaliation for U.S. airstrikes, threatening to cause a 'total paralysis' of negotiations to end the war. The attacks targeted U.S. military bases in both countries, escalating tensions just days after a temporary ceasefire was agreed.

Attacks and Responses

• Iran's Revolutionary Guard claimed to have destroyed 'eight important infrastructures' at the Ali Al Salem base in Kuwait and the Fifth Fleet Naval base in Bahrain. Source: Infobae
• Kuwait reported its air defenses intercepted two ballistic missiles and several drones with no casualties. Source: Lavozar
• Bahrain said an eight-story residential building near the airport was severely damaged but no one was killed. Source: AP News
• The U.S. Central Command stated it struck Iranian surveillance infrastructure, drone storage, and mine-laying capabilities after Iran attacked a tanker. Source: El Mundo

Strait of Hormuz Dispute

The core issue remains control of the Strait of Hormuz, through which a fifth of the world's oil and gas passes. Iran insists it must govern the waterway, rejecting a multinational plan to expand a route near Oman. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that any interference would 'delay the reopening' and increase tensions. Source: Milenio

Diplomatic Fallout

Both sides accuse each other of violating the June 17 ceasefire. President Donald Trump threatened on Truth Social that if the U.S. is forced to 'complete the work militarily, the Islamic Republic of Iran will cease to exist.' Source: El Mundo Meanwhile, Pakistan announced talks would resume on Tuesday, but the attacks have cast doubt on the 60-day negotiating window.