Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced strikes on US military targets in Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait on the 13th, according to Iran's state-run IRNA news agency. The IRGC stated the attacks targeted Prince Hassan Air Base in Jordan, a US drone command center in Bahrain, and Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait, describing the operation as retaliation for US attacks and calling it 'phase 1' of revenge operations. The US Central Command confirmed on the 12th (local time) that it completed precision strikes on dozens of Iranian targets across multiple regions to degrade Iran's capability to attack international shipping through the Hormuz Strait, a critical maritime route for global trade where control remains disputed between the US and Iran.
IRGC Strikes Multiple US Military Installations
The IRGC statement cited by IRNA reported attacks on Prince Hassan Air Base in Jordan, a US drone command center in Bahrain, and Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait, among other air bases. Russia's state-run TASS news agency quoted the IRGC as stating, "Fires broke out in ammunition depots and fuel storage tanks as a result of this attack, and this Jordan attack is only the first stage of our retaliatory operations."
Iran's semi-official Fars News Agency reported that the IRGC "completely destroyed fuel storage tanks and Patriot air defense systems at the US military base in Ali Al Salem, Kuwait." The agency also reported that the Iranian Air Force attacked helicopter maintenance facilities, P-8 Poseidon fighter hangars, and the drone command and control center at Sheikh Isa US Air Force Base in Bahrain as retaliation for US attacks. The IRGC stated, "Retaliatory operations will continue."
Jordan and Kuwait Intercept Iranian Missiles
Jordan's military announced through its state news agency that it "intercepted and shot down four missiles launched from Iran." Kuwait's military told state news agency KUNA that it is "currently intercepting hostile aerial targets within its airspace."
US Central Command Conducts Precision Strikes on Iranian Assets
The US Central Command announced via X (formerly Twitter) on the 12th (local time) that it "precision-struck dozens of targets across multiple regions to degrade Iran's capability to attack international shipping transiting the Strait of Hormuz," completing new offensive operations targeting Iran on the 12th.
The statement explained, "US Central Command utilized US fighter aircraft, naval vessels, one-way attack aerial drones, and one-way attack maritime drones to strike Iranian air defense systems, coastal radar bases, missile and drone operational capabilities, and small vessels for the first time."
US Central Command emphasized in the same post, "The Strait of Hormuz is a critical maritime shipping route for global trade, and Iran does not control it," adding, "US forces are fully prepared and deployed to ensure freedom of navigation for commercial vessels despite Iran's continued unjust attacks, harassment, threats, and arbitrary declarations."
WTI Crude Oil Rises 4.12% Amid Escalation
International oil prices expanded gains to the 4% range as armed clashes between the US and Iran continued. As of 1:26 PM, West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil for delivery traded at $74.35 per barrel, up 4.12% from the previous session.
FAQ
What did the IRGC attack on the 13th?
The IRGC announced strikes on Prince Hassan Air Base in Jordan, a US drone command center in Bahrain, and Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait, among other air bases, according to Iran's state-run IRNA news agency on the 13th.
What did the US Central Command strike on the 12th?
The US Central Command announced on the 12th (local time) that it precision-struck dozens of Iranian targets including air defense systems, coastal radar bases, missile and drone operational capabilities, and small vessels across multiple regions to degrade Iran's capability to attack international shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
