Trump threatens more Iran strikes after Kuwait drone attacks, tanker hit in Hormuz
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Iran launched drone attacks on Kuwait’s infrastructure and struck a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, prompting U.S. President Donald Trump to threaten intensified military action against Tehran. The U.S. issued security alerts for 10 countries across the Middle East, warning of possible flight cancellations and airspace closures. Meanwhile, Israel bombed Gaza despite Hamas’s pledge to disarm.
Trump's Escalation Warning
President Trump, speaking at Camp David on Friday, said the U.S. would hit Iran 'very hard' until it cannot continue. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt accused Iran of violating a truce memorandum signed last month, killing American soldiers and shooting at commercial ships. The State Department subsequently issued security alerts for 10 regional countries, warning U.S. citizens about potential flight disruptions.
Drone Attacks on Kuwait and Shipping
Iranian drones struck 'several vital facilities' in northern Kuwait, including a government building, with no reported casualties, according to Kuwait’s Defense Ministry. Separately, the British Navy reported two incidents in the Strait of Hormuz: a tanker was damaged in its engine room by an unknown projectile off Oman, and a large explosion occurred near another vessel. Iran has repeatedly targeted ships attempting to transit the strait without its authorization amid its conflict with the U.S.
Strikes on Gaza
Israel launched heavy airstrikes on Gaza after Hamas agreed to disarm, potentially undermining the fragile truce. The Israeli military did not immediately comment on the strikes, and casualty numbers remain unclear.
What's Next
The U.S. has not specified a timeline for further military action, and Iran’s next response remains uncertain. The situation in the Strait of Hormuz remains perilous for commercial shipping, with analysts warning that the waterway could remain a flashpoint.
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Trump threatens more Iran strikes after Kuwait drone attacks, tanker hit in Hormuz
