20 july 2026 (Navroze Bureau) : Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed that it carried out attacks targeting U.S. military positions in Kwait, marking a further escalation in tensions between Tehran and Washington.
The claim comes amid rising hostilities in West Asia, with both sides exchanging threats and military strikes across the region.
Iran Claims Strikes on US Targets
Iranian Guards said their forces targeted U.S. military facilities in Kuwait as part of retaliatory action. The claim has not independently established the extent of the damage or casualties.
The developments are being closely watched as concerns grow over the possibility of a wider regional conflict.
Tensions Rise Across West Asia
The latest claim follows a series of military confrontations involving Iran, the United States and their regional allies. Any confirmed attack on U.S. forces in Kuwait could further intensify the crisis and trigger additional military responses.
Regional Security Concerns
Kuwait hosts important U.S. military facilities and personnel, making any reported attack on American targets there a significant development.
The situation remains fluid, with further statements from Iran, the United States and Kuwaiti authorities expected.

