Middle East crisis live: US and Iran trade strikes again, after Trump warns Tehran will ‘pay the price’ for stalled talks
Summary
Kuwait closed its airspace after Iran launched new attacks targeting the Gulf region, including strikes that recently hit Kuwait's airport. Tensions have risen between the US and Iran, with missile alerts in Bahrain and missile interceptions in Jordan, while talks between the US and Iran about a deal to release frozen Iranian funds continue.Key Facts
- Kuwait shut its airspace and diverted flights due to Iranian attacks; its main airport was hit last week, causing one death and many injuries.
- Bahrain activated missile alert sirens following threats from Iran to the US navy’s Fifth Fleet stationed there.
- Jordan’s air defense shot down 20 missiles from Iran; no injuries or damage were reported.
- The US embassy in Jordan warned of missiles, drones, or rockets entering Jordanian airspace.
- Iran condemned recent US strikes, saying they violate international law and make the ceasefire ineffective.
- Diplomatic talks continue between the US and Iran to release frozen Iranian funds, with disagreements over how the money should be released.
- Pakistan is supporting efforts to mediate and encourages peaceful dialogue to end the conflict.
- An 11-year-old girl in Bahrain was injured due to falling debris from missile alerts.
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