Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed responsibility for attacks targeting US military infrastructure in Kuwait and Bahrain, according to reports carried by Iran’s state news agency IRIB.
The IRGC alleges that it struck weapons storage hangars in Bahrain and drone deployment facilities in Kuwait, claiming several US drones were destroyed or damaged during the operation. These claims have not been independently verified at the time of reporting.
In its statement, the IRGC warned that retaliation against what it described as US aggression would continue as long as American military operations persist in the region. The organization said any future attacks by the United States would be met with additional “surprise responses.”
The statement also focused on the strategic Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical energy corridors. The IRGC warned that continued US military actions would further delay the reopening of the waterway and declared that regional oil and gas exports would remain affected if hostilities continue.
The Strait of Hormuz handles a significant share of global oil and liquefied natural gas shipments, making any threat to its operations a major concern for international energy markets. Renewed instability in the Gulf could influence crude oil prices, shipping costs, insurance premiums, and global supply chains.
As regional tensions continue to evolve, governments, energy companies, investors, and international shipping firms are closely monitoring developments for signs of further escalation and their potential impact on global economic stability.
