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Kuwait has expressed its vigorous condemnation and denunciation of the Iranian attacks that targeted the Sultanate of Oman, considering them a brazen violation of international law and the UN Charter.In a statement today, the Kuwaiti Foreign Ministry confirmed Kuwait’s full solidarity with the Sultanate of Oman and its backing of all measures it takes to safeguard its security, sovereignty, and stability. Source link
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) expressed its strongest condemnation and denunciation of the brutal Iranian attacks targeting the Duqm commercial port in the Sultanate of Oman and an oil tanker off its coast.In a statement on Sunday, GCC Secretary General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi said these assaults constitute a flagrant violation of the Sultanate of Oman’s sovereignty and a dangerous escalation that undermines regional security and stability, while threatening the safety of maritime navigation and global energy supplies.Albudaiwi explained that the treacherous military operations launched by Iran against Council states reflect its intentions toward the GCC and the region at large. He noted that the GCC states had previously conveyed assurances to the Iranian regime, through various meetings and occasions, that they would not permit the use of their territories or airspace for any military operations against Iran.Iran’s targeting of civilian facilities constitutes a major breach of international law, the United Nations (UN) Charter, and the principles of good neighbourliness, he added, underscoring the GCC’s full solidarity and unified stance alongside the Sultanate of Oman in all measures it takes to protect its sovereignty and safeguard its security and stability. He reiterated the Council’s rejection of all forms of aggression targeting the security of its member states. Source link
Bahrain’s National Communication Centre announced that the country’s missile air defense systems efficiently and vigilantly intercepted a new wave of Iranian ballistic missiles and drones targeting the country, destroying and neutralizing them with high effectiveness.In a statement, the Centre said limited debris had fallen in several areas as a result of the interceptions, noting that the relevant authorities had immediately initiated procedures to ensure the safety of the sites and address any resulting impact.The Centre stressed that these attacks constitute a violation of Bahrain’s sovereignty and security, underscoring that the safety of citizens and residents remains a top priority and that full readiness continues around the clock to counter any threats to the nation’s security and stability. Source link
Harir Air Base in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq was subjected to two consecutive attacks at dawn Sunday.The specific nature of the strikes, whether conducted via missiles or drones, has not yet been confirmed.An Iraqi security source in Erbil province stated that the extent of the damage resulting from the two attacks remains unknown. However, thick plumes of smoke were observed rising near the adjacent airport.Harir Air Base had previously come under rocket fire on Saturday, with four violent explosions heard in the areas surrounding the facility.In a related development, Iraqi forces announced today that two drones crashed in the Nineveh Plains region of northern Iraq. This coincides with a wave of mutual military escalation between the United States and the Israeli entity on one side, and Iran on the other. Source link
Iranian media announced the deaths of a number of senior commanders from the Armed Forces and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) following US and Israeli strikes targeting Iran. According to Iranian outlets, the fatalities include Defence Minister Aziz Nasirzadeh, Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Abdolrahim Mousavi, and the IRGC Commander-in-Chief, Major General Mohammad Pakpour. These reports follow earlier announcements of the death of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei amid coordinated Israeli and US airstrikes across various regions of Iran. Source link
Iran announced at dawn Sunday the killing of Ali Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of Iran, in the aftermath of Israeli and American airstrikes on various Iranian regions.The Iranian News Agency (IRNA) reported today that Khamenei was killed in an attack launched by the Israeli military and the United States on Saturday morning, without providing additional details regarding the circumstances of his death.For its part, the Iranian government declared 40 days of national mourning and seven days of official holiday following the formal announcement of the Supreme Leader’s death.Earlier yesterday, Iranian media outlets reported the killing of the Supreme Leader’s daughter, his son-in-law, and his granddaughter in the Israeli and American strikes.US President Donald Trump announced late Saturday the killing of the Iranian Supreme Leader in an unprecedented attack launched by his country and Israel against Iran.The Israeli entity and the United States launched a large-scale joint attack on Iran since Saturday morning, with explosions reported in the capital Tehran and several other cities, including Qom, Isfahan, Kermanshah, and Karaj. The strikes reportedly targeted air defense systems and missile launch platforms, resulting in more than 200 fatalities and approximately 800 injuries, according to official Iranian sources.Tehran responded by launching a broad wave of missiles toward various areas inside Israel and several countries in the region. Source link
Powerful explosions were heard this morning shaking the Iranian capital, Tehran. Source link
Iranian media reported that the capital, Tehran, was subjected to successive airstrikes on Saturday, coinciding with an Israeli announcement of the start of an offensive against Iran.The Iranian news agency, IRNA, reported in a breaking news that sounds of explosions were heard in various parts of Tehran, noting the rise of thick smoke resulting from these blasts.In the same context, Iran’s Fars News Agency reported hearing three explosions in central Tehran, while local media confirmed that a number of missiles had struck the area.This comes at a time when the Israeli Defense Minister, Israel Katz, announced that Israel has launched a missile attack, which he described as “preemptive,” against Iran.No immediate official comment has been issued by Tehran regarding the attack so far. Source link
Iran Civil Aviation Organization announced the full closure of Iranian airspace following a series of explosions in the capital, Tehran.Spokesperson Majid Akhavan said in remarks carried by Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) that the closure will remain in effect for six hours.Iranian media reported that successive airstrikes hit the capital, while Israel announced the launch of an operation against Iran.Explosions were heard in several areas of Tehran and other parts of the country, accompanied by thick smoke. Source link
Explosions were reported across several Gulf capitals as regional tensions sharply escalated following United States- and Israel-linked military strikes on Iran, prompting retaliatory action claimed by Tehran and triggering widespread security alerts and airspace disruptions across the Middle East.AFP confirmed that explosions were heard in Riyadh, marking a significant expansion of the crisis, while witnesses and international media reported blasts and air-defence activity in parts of the United Arab Emirates, including Abu Dhabi. Authorities across the region moved swiftly to heighten security preparedness as the situation evolved rapidly.The escalation follows confirmed strikes earlier targeting sites inside Iran, after which Iranian officials warned of retaliation against American military assets across the region. Iranian state-linked media, including the Fars news agency, said missile operations targeted several US military installations in the Gulf, naming Al-Dhafra Air Base in the UAE, Al-Salem Air Base in Kuwait, and the US Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain.While Iranian outlets described the facilities as targets, official confirmation regarding direct impacts or damage at several of the bases had not been issued by host governments at the time of publication.Reports from regional and international media indicated that air-defence systems were activated in multiple locations amid incoming missile alerts. In Bahrain, explosions were reported near areas hosting US naval facilities, while heightened security measures were observed across Gulf states.Airspace restrictions were imposed across parts of the region as a precaution, with airlines rerouting flights to avoid affected corridors. Aviation authorities cited safety concerns amid the fast-moving security situation.Governments across the region have yet to release comprehensive assessments of damage or casualties, and officials urged the public to rely on verified information as events continued to unfold.More details were expected as authorities and international agencies continued to assess the rapidly developing situation. Source link