Iran war day 104: Iran says it attacks US bases after American strikes

Iran announced it launched retaliatory strikes against U.S. forces in the region, with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claiming attacks on bases in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan, according to Iranian state media. This escalation follows U.S. military Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmation of strikes against multiple targets inside Iran, described as "self-defense" amid soaring tensions.

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They’ve taken too long to negotiate a deal that would have been great for them; now they will have to pay the price.

U.S. President Donald Trump had previously warned of imminent military action, accusing Iran of failing to negotiate a deal. "They’ve taken too long to negotiate a deal that would have been great for them; now they will have to pay the price," Trump stated. U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed Washington's strikes on "key facilities" in Iran, ordered by President Trump, and warned they could continue if necessary.

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In response to the latest attacks, Iran's top military command declared the complete closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil transit route. Officials warned all vessels to stay away, stating any attempt to pass could result in an attack. Meanwhile, authorities in Iran's Hormozgan province reported that water supplies were restored to affected communities in Sirik county less than 12 hours after U.S. strikes damaged infrastructure, with reports suggesting precision-guided munitions may have hit water storage reservoirs, raising humanitarian law concerns.

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They have been waiting and expecting a surprise American attack.

Reporting from Tehran, Al Jazeera's Mohamed Vall noted that many Iranians anticipated further U.S. attacks despite renewed negotiation talks. "They have been waiting and expecting a surprise American attack," Vall said, adding that Tehran retaliated by striking U.S. bases in Kuwait and Bahrain. This exchange marks another night of direct confrontation after both sides had suggested previous attacks had concluded. Kuwait's civil aviation authority temporarily closed the country's airspace as a precaution, citing "Iranian aggressions."

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