Regional media have reported that amid escalating tensions, Iranian missiles have struck the Muwaffaq Salti Airbase in Jordan. Released footage on news networks shows that the missiles targeted specific locations within the base. Iranian officials have described the action as an act of legitimate self-defense in response to what they term threats to their national security.<\/p>\n
The Muwaffaq Salti Airbase in Jordan is recognized as a significant military facility in the region, with reports indicating the presence of American forces there. Initial media analyses claim that the air defense systems stationed at the base failed to prevent some of the missiles from hitting their targets. As of the time of this report, no official details regarding possible damage have been released.<\/p>\n
Concurrently, Kuwait\u2019s official news agency announced that air raid sirens sounded across the country for the third time. Bahrain\u2019s Interior Ministry also reported the reactivation of its warning sirens, urging residents to follow safety guidelines and seek the nearest secure locations.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, the Jordanian military stated that its air defense systems intercepted ten Iranian missiles that, according to Jordanian authorities, entered Jordanian airspace. However, Jordanian officials have not disclosed further details about the exact locations of these interceptions.<\/p>\n
Kuwaiti authorities have confirmed that several military sites and critical infrastructure were targeted by ballistic missiles and drones. They reported that these attacks caused injuries to some military personnel and ground forces in Kuwait.<\/p>\n
Kuwait\u2019s Ministry of Electricity issued a statement saying that a power and water desalination plant was also targeted, resulting in fires and damage to parts of the production units. The ministry added that energy supply in some areas has been disrupted.<\/p>\n
Officials from Kuwait, Jordan, and Bahrain have not provided further details regarding the presence or activities of foreign bases within their territories. These recent tensions have heightened concerns over the potential spread of insecurity across the region.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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