Tehran (TDI): Iran on Wednesday claimed it launched a new wave of drone attacks targeting US military bases in Kuwait, Jordan and Bahrain, as fighting between Washington and Tehran entered its 11th consecutive day.
According to Iranian state media, drones struck Al-Azraq Air Base in Jordan, Sheikh Isa Air Base in Bahrain and Camp Doha in Kuwait, targeting military infrastructure, equipment warehouses, ammunition depots and logistics facilities. There was no immediate confirmation from the United States or the three host countries.
Jordan said its air defense systems intercepted four Iranian missiles, while two others landed in remote, uninhabited areas without causing casualties or damage. Air raid sirens also sounded in the port city of Aqaba during the attack.
Bahrain earlier reported intercepting several Iranian missiles and drones after warning sirens were activated across the country.
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The attacks came as the United States carried out airstrikes across Iran for the 11th straight night, hitting targets in Bushehr and Ilam provinces. Iranian media reported explosions near the Bushehr nuclear power plant, although officials said there were no casualties.
Iran said a missile strike temporarily disrupted electricity at a substation serving the Bushehr nuclear facility before power was restored.
Speaking in Manila, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington remains willing to negotiate with Tehran but accused Iran of not being serious about diplomacy.
Rubio warned that Iran must not be allowed to control the Strait of Hormuz, saying doing so would set a dangerous global precedent for international shipping.
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French shipping giant CMA CGM announced it will impose an emergency surcharge of $65 to $165 per container from August 1, citing sharply higher fuel costs and security risks linked to the Strait of Hormuz crisis.
Oil prices continued to rise, with Brent crude trading above $91 per barrel, as concerns mounted over disruptions to global energy supplies.
