Iran targets Bahrain and Jordan in retaliation as US strikes continue
Summary
The US has launched attacks on Iran for three days, aiming to reduce Iran’s ability to threaten commercial ships. In response, Iran attacked US allies Bahrain and Jordan, as well as tankers near the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump said the US would take control of the strait and charge ships a toll for safe passage, escalating tensions in the region.Key Facts
- The US conducted a five-hour strike on Iranian targets including the port cities of Bushehr and Bandar Abbas.
- Iran retaliated by attacking Bahrain, Jordan, and two tankers near the Strait of Hormuz.
- Bahrain intercepted several missile attacks and accused Iran of targeting civilians; Jordan intercepted four missiles.
- President Trump announced the US would control the Strait of Hormuz and charge a toll up to 20% of cargo value for safe passage.
- Iran’s Revolutionary Guard claimed their attacks were in response to warnings being ignored and called on Jordan to remove US bases.
- At least 28 people have died in US-Iran clashes since last week.
- India protested after one Indian seafarer was killed and 10 wounded in Iran’s tanker attacks.
- Oil prices rose to over $86 per barrel amid the conflict, increasing concerns over global oil supply.
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