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Iran's IRGC claimed a drone attack on the US Navy's Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain, alleging it was retaliation for recent US airstrikes on Iranian infrastructure. The IRGC stated the operation targeted the base in Manama after US strikes damaged civilian facilities in Jask, Sirik, and Qeshm, warning of stronger responses to further US military action.

Amidst escalating tensions, US President Donald Trump announced that Israel and Iran are nearing an immediate ceasefire, with "final negotiations on ‘Peace’ proceeding." Iran has since declared an end to its offensive operations, though it warned of severe repercussions for further Israeli attacks on Lebanon. This development follows a significant exchange of fire, raising regional war concerns.

Tensions flared as Iran and Israel exchanged missile and air strikes, shattering an April ceasefire and sparking fears of wider conflict. US President Trump urged an immediate halt to hostilities. The escalating attacks, involving Iranian missile barrages and Israeli strikes on Iranian targets, have disrupted regional stability and rattled global energy markets, with Iraq and Syria closing airspace.

In a dramatic escalation of hostilities, Iran has targeted the US Navy's Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain, reacting decisively to recent American airstrikes that hit Iranian urban centers. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has taken responsibility, emphasizing significant damage to strategic infrastructure.

Tensions in West Asia surged as Iran's IRGC claimed to target a US military base, while Washington announced fresh strikes on Iranian radar and command-and-control sites. Kuwait's air defense systems also responded to drone and missile attacks amid ongoing exchanges and diplomatic efforts.

Iranian media said the drone was detected while attempting to carry out hostile operations and was subsequently shot down by the country's air defence systems. The claim comes days after the IRGC declared that it retained the "legitimate and definite" right to respond to any violation of the ceasefire by the United States. On Tuesday, the force also announced that its air defence units had downed a US MQ-9 drone.

Iran launched missiles at Israel, triggering air raid sirens and forcing millions to shelters. Israel claims to have intercepted the projectiles, but explosions were heard. Tehran warned of broader retaliation after an earlier Israeli strike. Meanwhile, former US President Trump urged restraint, reportedly persuading Prime Minister Netanyahu to hold off on immediate response.

Iran's Revolutionary Guards on Wednesday said a return to war with the United States was unlikely, while warning that the Islamic republic stood ready against any attack. "The possibility of war is low because of the enemy's weakness, the armed forces are lying in wait with full magazines," said Mohammad Akbarzadeh, deputy political chief of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy, was quoted by Tasnim news agency as saying.

The strikes could also derailed United States presdient Donald Trump's last-ditch effort to find an off ramp in the war by negotiating a nuclear deal with Iran. Trump, who had been breathing down the Netanyahu's neck to restrain from hostilites, in a recent interview spoke on how he "calls the shot", affirming that Netanyahu must accept the Iran deal to put cessation to the bloody war.

An Iranian missile struck Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait. The attack damaged two US MQ-9 Reaper drones, with one destroyed and another severely damaged. Several American personnel sustained minor injuries. Kuwaiti air defenses intercepted the missile, but debris fell onto the base.

Iran launched ballistic missiles and drones toward Kuwait and Bahrain, prompting air defense responses in both nations. The US military intercepted Iranian missiles and drones targeting the Strait of Hormuz and allies, striking Iranian radar sites in response. These actions escalate tensions between Tehran and Washington amid ongoing regional confrontations.

The recent drone strike near the UAE's Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant, though causing no damage, has heightened regional tensions. Iran, accused by the UAE of numerous attacks, denies involvement but warns of limited patience. Meanwhile, reports suggest the UAE's covert operations in Iran just before the announcement of the ceasefire. The incident underscores the escalating conflict, with potential for greater UAE involvement if the ceasefire collapses.

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