June 01, 2026 11:20

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US Bombs Iranian Military Sites, Intercepts Missiles Fired at Troops in Kuwait

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The United States launched a series of airstrikes against Iranian military installations on Monday, targeting radar and drone sites in response to Iran's downing of an American surveillance drone over the weekend. The Pentagon confirmed that the strikes were carried out with precision munitions and successfully destroyed the designated targets.

Shortly after the US operation, Iran retaliated by firing a salvo of missiles at US military personnel stationed in Kuwait. The US military's air defense systems intercepted and destroyed the incoming missiles before they could reach their targets, preventing any casualties or damage.

The escalation marks a significant increase in tensions between the two nations, which have been locked in a cycle of retaliation since the drone incident. The US has stated that it reserves the right to defend its forces and assets, while Iran has condemned the airstrikes as a violation of its sovereignty.

The situation remains fluid, with both sides on high alert for further confrontations.

This story was originally reported by santamariatimes. Read the original article here.

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