Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan Intercept Iranian Missiles as Strikes Hit Water and Power Sites
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Updated · NBC News · Jul 18
Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan Intercept Iranian Missiles as Strikes Hit Water and Power Sites
3 articles · Updated · NBC News · Jul 18
Summary
Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan intercepted Iranian missiles and drones on Saturday, with Kuwait briefly closing its airspace and Kuwait Airways rescheduling most commercial flights.
The interceptions came as U.S.-Iran fighting widened to civilian infrastructure: Kuwait reported a second attack in two days on a power and water desalination plant, while Iran said a U.S. strike cut drinking water to 10,000 people in 20 villages.
Kuwait said Iranian strikes caused severe damage to oil and electricity facilities, several injuries and significant material losses, prompting the energy ministry to urge power rationing during peak summer heat above 110 degrees.
Iran said recent U.S. strikes have killed at least 46 people and injured more than 400, while U.S. Central Command said it had completed a seventh straight night of attacks on military infrastructure and other assets.
The escalation follows the collapse of last month's ceasefire and MoU on Strait of Hormuz traffic, with shipping again largely halted as Washington and Tehran battle over control of the waterway.