Iran targets Kuwait in retaliation for US bombardments, and other Mideast news
Summary
Iran fired missiles and drones at Kuwait as a response to recent U.S. attacks on Iranian rocket launchers. In Israel, police arrested a settler suspected of involvement in a violent attack on Palestinians in the West Bank. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu is trying to unite his political supporters ahead of upcoming elections.Key Facts
- Iran launched missile and drone attacks targeting Kuwait, which were intercepted by Kuwait’s air defenses.
- The attacks came after the U.S. struck Iranian rocket launchers near the Strait of Hormuz, suspecting plans to mine the waterway.
- Bahrain and Jordan also intercepted Iranian air attacks this week.
- Israeli police arrested a 19-year-old settler suspected of participating in an attack on a Palestinian home in the West Bank village of Qusra.
- The settler attack involved throwing stones and barricading inside a Palestinian home, and authorities are looking for more suspects.
- The settler incidents have caused tension and attracted criticism from U.S. and Israeli officials.
- Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu is encouraging his allied parties to unite to avoid splitting votes before the October 27 elections.
- The election will largely decide Netanyahu’s future after nearly 17 years in power amid recent conflicts and protests.
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