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US-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Israeli attack kills Lebanese general; Pak Minister arrives in Tehran with letter for Mojtaba
Iran launched ballistic missiles and drones towards Bahrain and Kuwait following recent US strikes on Iranian surveillance infrastructure, prompting strong condemnation from Gulf states and renewed concerns over regional security. Bahrain, Kuwait and US officials said the attacks were intercepted, while Tehran maintained that it had targeted American military assets in response to what it described as ceasefire violations.
At the same time, Washington is considering a significant escalation of economic pressure on Iran. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has reportedly ordered an assessment of damage sustained by Gulf allies and is examining options to make frozen Iranian assets available for reconstruction and repair efforts linked to Iranian attacks. The move could involve billions of dollars in Iranian funds held abroad and is being viewed as both a punitive measure against Tehran and a signal of support for Gulf partners.
Diplomatic activity has intensified alongside the military confrontation. Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi arrived in Tehran carrying a reported message from Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir, as Islamabad continues to position itself as a mediator between the United States and Iran. The visit follows earlier Pakistan-facilitated talks that failed to produce a breakthrough but kept communication channels open.
Elsewhere, the Israel-Lebanon front remains active. Israel's strike on a Lebanese army patrol that killed military personnel drew condemnation from Saudi Arabia and Qatar, both of which accused Israel of violating Lebanon's sovereignty. Hezbollah, meanwhile, claimed it carried out 22 attacks on Israeli forces in southern Lebanon over the past day, highlighting the continued risk of escalation beyond the Gulf theatre.
International responses continue to grow. Pope Leo publicly rejected characterisations of the US-Israel campaign against Iran as a "just war", while the Palestinian Authority condemned Iran's missile attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait, signalling the increasingly complex diplomatic alignments emerging across the region.
The conflict is also spilling into civilian spheres, including international sport and global trade. Iran's World Cup football team has been informed that players will only be allowed to enter the United States on match days and must leave immediately afterwards. Meanwhile, security concerns around the Strait of Hormuz continue to affect shipping and energy markets, with LNG carriers and commercial traffic being closely monitored as governments and businesses brace for further uncertainty.
At the same time, Washington is considering a significant escalation of economic pressure on Iran. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has reportedly ordered an assessment of damage sustained by Gulf allies and is examining options to make frozen Iranian assets available for reconstruction and repair efforts linked to Iranian attacks. The move could involve billions of dollars in Iranian funds held abroad and is being viewed as both a punitive measure against Tehran and a signal of support for Gulf partners.
Diplomatic activity has intensified alongside the military confrontation. Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi arrived in Tehran carrying a reported message from Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir, as Islamabad continues to position itself as a mediator between the United States and Iran. The visit follows earlier Pakistan-facilitated talks that failed to produce a breakthrough but kept communication channels open.
Elsewhere, the Israel-Lebanon front remains active. Israel's strike on a Lebanese army patrol that killed military personnel drew condemnation from Saudi Arabia and Qatar, both of which accused Israel of violating Lebanon's sovereignty. Hezbollah, meanwhile, claimed it carried out 22 attacks on Israeli forces in southern Lebanon over the past day, highlighting the continued risk of escalation beyond the Gulf theatre.
International responses continue to grow. Pope Leo publicly rejected characterisations of the US-Israel campaign against Iran as a "just war", while the Palestinian Authority condemned Iran's missile attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait, signalling the increasingly complex diplomatic alignments emerging across the region.
The conflict is also spilling into civilian spheres, including international sport and global trade. Iran's World Cup football team has been informed that players will only be allowed to enter the United States on match days and must leave immediately afterwards. Meanwhile, security concerns around the Strait of Hormuz continue to affect shipping and energy markets, with LNG carriers and commercial traffic being closely monitored as governments and businesses brace for further uncertainty.
12:15 (IST) Jun 07
Israel Iran war: 'Intercepted two rockets launched from Lebanon', says Israeli army
According to Al Jazeera report, the Israeli military said that raid alerts have been activated due to a “hostile aircraft intrusion” in the areas of Yiftah and Ramot Naftali in northern Israel.
It added that two rockets that crossed from Lebanon towards the country’s territory were intercepted.
12:00 (IST) Jun 07
Infant baby laid to rest after Israel's West Bank shooting
Hundreds have gathered in Hebron for the funeral of seven-month-old Sam Aby Haykal, a Palestinian baby killed after Israeli soldiers opened fire on his family’s car in the occupied West Bank.
The infant was struck in the face during the incident, according to his family. His mother was also wounded and remains in hospital, while his father was injured in the hand.
11:45 (IST) Jun 07
Israel Iran war: Israeli soldiers wounded in drone attack
The Israeli military says that four of its reserve soldiers were moderately injured in a drone attack in southern Lebanon, according to the Israeli Broadcasting Authority.
11:30 (IST) Jun 07
Palestinians suffering from lack of proper toilets amid war situation
In their bare-bones tent in southern Gaza, Mostafa Shaaban built his family’s makeshift toilet behind a curtain in a corner. He dug a shallow pit in the sandy soil, poured a concrete slab around it, fixed a bottomless bucket over the hole, then topped it off with a battered, plastic toilet seat, AP reports.
It reeks with a foul odor and buzzes with flies and mosquitoes only a few feet from where they sleep and prepare meals. Every week, Shaaban has to dig the sewage sludge out of the pit. But at least it’s more private than the fetid communal latrines used by hundreds of other people in their sprawling tent camp.
11:17 (IST) Jun 07
US Iran war: Etihad Airways orders widebody planes
Etihad Airways is ordering more widebody planes as the Middle East carrier expects to be flying about 8% more than a year ago by June 15, CEO Antonoaldo Neves said in an interview.
As per Reuters, He said on the sidelines of a global gathering of airline CEOs in Brazil on Saturday that the Abu Dhabi carrier is buying widebody planes in the double digits, declining to specify further.
11:00 (IST) Jun 07
Pro-Palestine protesters rally in Manchester and Bizerte
10:45 (IST) Jun 07
Israel Iran war: Lebanese general killed in Israeli attack
High-ranking Lebanese army officers are among at least 12 people killed in Israeli attacks across southern Lebanon, days after the countries agreed to a conditional ceasefire during United States-mediated talks.
Lebanon’s army said a brigadier general, a captain and a soldier, died in an Israeli strike on a military vehicle on the Khardali-Nabatieh road, Al Jazeera and AFP reported.
Lebanon’s army said a brigadier general, a captain and a soldier, died in an Israeli strike on a military vehicle on the Khardali-Nabatieh road, Al Jazeera and AFP reported.
10:15 (IST) Jun 07
Israel Iran war: Jordan ministry condemns killing of Lebanese soldiers
The Jordanian Ministry of Foreign and Expatriate Affairs has called for an immediate halt to Israel’s attacks on Lebanon and described the deadly assault on the Lebanese military convoy as “a blatant violation of the sovereignty, security, and stability” of the country, Al Jazeera reported.
Fouad Majali, a spokesperson for the Jordanian Foreign Ministry, sent condolences to Lebanon’s government and the families of the victims and reiterated Amman’s “unwavering support” for the country, according to the official Petra news agency.
Fouad Majali, a spokesperson for the Jordanian Foreign Ministry, sent condolences to Lebanon’s government and the families of the victims and reiterated Amman’s “unwavering support” for the country, according to the official Petra news agency.
10:00 (IST) Jun 07
Israel Iran war: Iran talks come under spotlight as espionage concerns grow
Amid the ongoing war in the Middle East, new reports have emerged alleging that Israeli intelligence agencies have been eavesdropping on American negotiators involved in efforts to secure a peace agreement with Iran. The incident has raised fresh concerns within the US intelligence officials about Israeli espionage activities.
According to a report by The New York Times, recent US intelligence assessments have highlighted concerns that Israel has intensified efforts to gather information about Washington's negotiating position as talks with Tehran remain deadlocked.
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09:45 (IST) Jun 07
Scottish activists hold vigil for Palestinian footballers killed in Israeli srikes
Red Card Glasgow has held a vigil outside Scotland’s national stadium on Friday, remembering hundreds of Palestinian footballers killed by Israel, Al Jazeera reported.
The vigil was organised in front of the main entrance of Hampden Park Stadium in Glasgow at the same time as Scotland’s women’s team played against Israel in Hungary behind closed doors.
09:30 (IST) Jun 07
US Iran war: Pakistan Minister arrives in Tehran with letter for supreme leader
Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has stated that his visit to the Iranian capital is specifically aimed at conveying an official message from the top civil and military leadership of his country, according to Iran's semi-official news agency Tasnim.
"I am in Iran to deliver a special letter from the Commander of the Army and the Prime Minister of Pakistan to Ayatollah Sayyed Mojtaba Khamenei," Naqvi said.
09:18 (IST) Jun 07
7-month-old infant dies after Israeli soldiers open fire at car in West Bank
A seven-month-old Palestinian baby was killed and his parents injured after Israeli troops opened fire on their family vehicle in the Tel Rumeida area of Hebron in the occupied West Bank, according to the child's family and Israeli authorities.The infant, identified as Sam Fahd Abu Haikal, succumbed to his injuries after being rushed to hospital following the shooting on Friday.
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09:15 (IST) Jun 07
Israel Iran war: Lebanon says Israeli strike on south kills two women, wounds 22 people
Lebanon's Health Ministry reported that two women were killed yesterday in an Israeli airstrike on the village of Al-Saksakiyeh near Sidon. The ministry also reported that 22 people were wounded in the strike, including three children and a woman.
09:00 (IST) Jun 07
US attacks Iran radar sites as drones fly towards Hormuz
US forces struck Iranian coastal radar sites on Saturday after shooting down drones launched by Iran toward the Strait of Hormuz, the US military said, in the latest escalation complicating efforts to end the war between the two countries.The US military believed the four Iranian drones were targeting regional maritime traffic, a US official told Reuters. US Central Command said on X the US then struck Iran’s surveillance sites in Goruk and Qeshm Island, both on the Strait of Hormuz.
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08:45 (IST) Jun 07
Iran war: New exchange of fire with Iran in the Gulf tests the fragile ceasefire
Iran fired ballistic missiles and drones toward Bahrain and Kuwait that were intercepted early Saturday, Bahrain’s government said, and called on Tehran to halt attacks on Gulf neighbors that test a fragile ceasefire in the Middle East conflict, AP reported.
Iran said that it targeted American military assets in both countries, after the U.S. attacked surveillance facilities on Qeshm Island and near Sirik that Iran said were used to protect borders and “ensure the security of navigation in international waters." Tehran called the attack a ceasefire violation.
08:32 (IST) Jun 07
US Iran war: US eyes to seize Iranian funds for Gulf allies' war recovery
The US Treasury Department is planning to leverage Iranian assets to assist Gulf allies in rebuilding from destruction inflicted by Tehran's regime during the ongoing war, according to a CBS News report.
A source familiar with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's thinking revealed on Saturday that the department "intends to utilize all available authorities to make Iranian assets accessible for rebuilding and repair efforts related to any future damage inflicted by Iran."
08:15 (IST) Jun 07
US Senator slams measure to deepen Israel military cooperation
In a post on X, Sanders wrote: “Netanyahu knows Americans are sick of funding Israel’s wars. So now he’s working with Congress to hide military aid inside Pentagon co-production deals.”
08:02 (IST) Jun 07
US ambassador links UN funding cuts to ‘bias’ against Israel
Jeff Bartos, the US ambassador to the UN, has linked Washington’s push to reform the United Nations to what he called an “unconscionable bias against the United States and our ally Israel”.In a post on X, Bartos wrote, “Reforming the @UN was thought impossible, until President Trump came along. With the President’s vision and leadership, and with the support and leadership of @USAmbUN, our team has driven historic reform, including eliminating 3000 bureaucratic posts and cutting $570 Million from this year’s budget.”
07:46 (IST) Jun 07
Israel Iran war: Hezbollah claims attacks on Israeli forces
The Lebanese armed group says its fighters attacked an Israeli Merkava tank on the outskirts of the town of Hadaatha as well as soldiers on neat the town of Yahmar al-Shaqif.The latest attacks came after Hezbollah claimed launching at least 25 operations against Israeli troops and sites on Saturday.
07:23 (IST) Jun 07
US Iran war: US forces shoot down Iranian drones in Strait of Hormuz
As cited by Al Jazeera, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) says its forces have shot down two Iranian one-way attack drones “that threatened international maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz”.
06:44 (IST) Jun 07
US Iran War News: US shoots down Iranian attack drones over Strait of Hormuz, says US central command
US forces shot down two Iranian one-way attack drones over the Strait of Hormuz after they were deemed a threat to international maritime traffic, according to the US central command (CENTCOM).
In a statement, the US central command said the drones posed a risk to shipping in one of the world's most critical maritime chokepoints and were intercepted by American forces operating in the region.
“American forces remain postured and ready to continue defending against Iranian aggression,” the central command said, underscoring Washington's continued military readiness amid heightened tensions with Tehran.
The incident comes amid a series of military exchanges between the United States and Iran and growing concerns over the security of commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for global oil and liquefied natural gas exports.
In a statement, the US central command said the drones posed a risk to shipping in one of the world's most critical maritime chokepoints and were intercepted by American forces operating in the region.
“American forces remain postured and ready to continue defending against Iranian aggression,” the central command said, underscoring Washington's continued military readiness amid heightened tensions with Tehran.
The incident comes amid a series of military exchanges between the United States and Iran and growing concerns over the security of commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for global oil and liquefied natural gas exports.
06:04 (IST) Jun 07
Iran War News: Pakistan’s Mohsin Naqvi arrives in Tehran for US-Iran mediation talks amid regional tensions
Pakistan's interior minister Mohsin Naqvi arrived in Tehran on Saturday for a fresh round of negotiations with Iranian officials on behalf of the United States, as Islamabad continues its efforts to mediate between Washington and Tehran amid ongoing regional tensions.
During the visit, Naqvi is expected to hold talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, according to Iran's semi-official Tasnim News Agency. The Iranian Students' News Agency (ISNA) also reported that the Pakistani minister is carrying a letter from Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir to Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei.
The visit underscores Pakistan's growing role as an intermediary in efforts to reduce tensions between the US and Iran. Ahead of his departure, Naqvi met Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and briefed him on the planned discussions in Tehran. According to Pakistan's Prime Minister's Office, the two leaders also reviewed Naqvi's recent diplomatic engagements on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) conference in Bishkek and discussed the objectives of the Tehran visit.
The diplomatic outreach comes against the backdrop of a regional crisis that began on February 28, when US and Israeli strikes on Iran triggered retaliatory actions from Tehran, fuelling instability across West Asia. The conflict has disrupted trade routes, rattled energy markets and heightened concerns about a broader regional confrontation.
Pakistan has previously played a facilitative role in dialogue between the two sides. In April, Islamabad hosted direct talks between US and Iranian officials, marking the first such engagement since the outbreak of hostilities, although the discussions ended without a breakthrough agreement.
During the visit, Naqvi is expected to hold talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, according to Iran's semi-official Tasnim News Agency. The Iranian Students' News Agency (ISNA) also reported that the Pakistani minister is carrying a letter from Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir to Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei.
The visit underscores Pakistan's growing role as an intermediary in efforts to reduce tensions between the US and Iran. Ahead of his departure, Naqvi met Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and briefed him on the planned discussions in Tehran. According to Pakistan's Prime Minister's Office, the two leaders also reviewed Naqvi's recent diplomatic engagements on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) conference in Bishkek and discussed the objectives of the Tehran visit.
The diplomatic outreach comes against the backdrop of a regional crisis that began on February 28, when US and Israeli strikes on Iran triggered retaliatory actions from Tehran, fuelling instability across West Asia. The conflict has disrupted trade routes, rattled energy markets and heightened concerns about a broader regional confrontation.
Pakistan has previously played a facilitative role in dialogue between the two sides. In April, Islamabad hosted direct talks between US and Iranian officials, marking the first such engagement since the outbreak of hostilities, although the discussions ended without a breakthrough agreement.
06:01 (IST) Jun 07
US Iran War: Iran targets Bahrain, Kuwait with missiles after US strikes; Washington weighs using frozen Iranian assets for Gulf allies
Iran fired ballistic missiles and drones towards Bahrain and Kuwait early on Saturday in retaliation for recent US military strikes, prompting condemnation from Gulf states and raising fresh concerns over the stability of a fragile ceasefire in the Middle East conflict.
Bahrain said the incoming missiles and drones were intercepted, while Iran claimed it had targeted American military assets in both countries. Tehran said the attacks were a response to US strikes on surveillance facilities on Qeshm Island and near Sirik, which it described as infrastructure used to protect Iran’s borders and secure international shipping routes. Iranian officials accused Washington of violating the ceasefire.
The US military said it intercepted several Iranian missiles and drones launched towards Gulf allies and the Strait of Hormuz before carrying out strikes on Iranian coastal surveillance radar sites. US Central Command said the drones posed an “immediate threat” to maritime traffic in the region. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard, meanwhile, said it had targeted the Ali Al Salem air base in Kuwait, which hosts US forces, and the US Navy’s Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain. The US military reported no casualties among American personnel.
The latest escalation comes as the Trump administration seeks to revive negotiations with Tehran aimed at ending the conflict. While US and Iranian negotiators reportedly reached a tentative agreement last week to extend the ceasefire by 60 days and begin fresh talks on Iran’s nuclear programme, key differences remain unresolved.
At the same time, Washington is considering tougher economic measures against Tehran. According to a person familiar with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s thinking, the US Treasury Department is exploring ways to allow Gulf allies to access frozen Iranian assets to help pay for damage sustained during the conflict. The proposal could involve redirecting part of an estimated $24 billion in Iranian funds held abroad towards reconstruction and repair efforts in affected Gulf states.
Analysts say the move would increase pressure on Iran while strengthening US ties with regional partners. However, some Gulf countries may be hesitant to utilise the funds due to concerns about potential Iranian retaliation.
The regional situation remains complicated by ongoing fighting in Lebanon, where Iran-backed Hezbollah has rejected a recently announced ceasefire arrangement between Israel and the Lebanese government. Tehran has insisted that any lasting agreement with Washington must also address developments in Lebanon, underscoring the interconnected nature of conflicts across the region.
Bahrain said the incoming missiles and drones were intercepted, while Iran claimed it had targeted American military assets in both countries. Tehran said the attacks were a response to US strikes on surveillance facilities on Qeshm Island and near Sirik, which it described as infrastructure used to protect Iran’s borders and secure international shipping routes. Iranian officials accused Washington of violating the ceasefire.
The US military said it intercepted several Iranian missiles and drones launched towards Gulf allies and the Strait of Hormuz before carrying out strikes on Iranian coastal surveillance radar sites. US Central Command said the drones posed an “immediate threat” to maritime traffic in the region. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard, meanwhile, said it had targeted the Ali Al Salem air base in Kuwait, which hosts US forces, and the US Navy’s Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain. The US military reported no casualties among American personnel.
The latest escalation comes as the Trump administration seeks to revive negotiations with Tehran aimed at ending the conflict. While US and Iranian negotiators reportedly reached a tentative agreement last week to extend the ceasefire by 60 days and begin fresh talks on Iran’s nuclear programme, key differences remain unresolved.
At the same time, Washington is considering tougher economic measures against Tehran. According to a person familiar with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s thinking, the US Treasury Department is exploring ways to allow Gulf allies to access frozen Iranian assets to help pay for damage sustained during the conflict. The proposal could involve redirecting part of an estimated $24 billion in Iranian funds held abroad towards reconstruction and repair efforts in affected Gulf states.
Analysts say the move would increase pressure on Iran while strengthening US ties with regional partners. However, some Gulf countries may be hesitant to utilise the funds due to concerns about potential Iranian retaliation.
The regional situation remains complicated by ongoing fighting in Lebanon, where Iran-backed Hezbollah has rejected a recently announced ceasefire arrangement between Israel and the Lebanese government. Tehran has insisted that any lasting agreement with Washington must also address developments in Lebanon, underscoring the interconnected nature of conflicts across the region.
05:58 (IST) Jun 07
Iran War News: US to use available tools to channel Iranian assets for future Gulf reconstruction efforts: Source
The United States plans to use available legal and financial tools to make Iranian assets accessible for supporting Gulf allies in rebuilding and repair efforts in the event of future damage caused by Iran, according to a source familiar with the matter.
The proposal is part of a broader effort by Washington to bolster regional partners amid heightened tensions with Tehran. The source said the US government is examining mechanisms that could allow Iranian assets to be directed towards reconstruction and recovery projects if Gulf countries suffer losses from future Iranian attacks.
The development comes as the US also assesses the extent of damage already inflicted on Gulf allies by Iran. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has reportedly tasked a team with evaluating conditions in the region and estimating the costs of past damage, a move that could inform future policy decisions regarding the use of Iranian assets.
The proposal is part of a broader effort by Washington to bolster regional partners amid heightened tensions with Tehran. The source said the US government is examining mechanisms that could allow Iranian assets to be directed towards reconstruction and recovery projects if Gulf countries suffer losses from future Iranian attacks.
The development comes as the US also assesses the extent of damage already inflicted on Gulf allies by Iran. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has reportedly tasked a team with evaluating conditions in the region and estimating the costs of past damage, a move that could inform future policy decisions regarding the use of Iranian assets.
05:58 (IST) Jun 07
US Iran War: Bessent orders assessment of damage caused by Iran to Gulf allies: Report
US treasury secretary Scott Bessent has directed his team to assess conditions among Gulf allies and evaluate the costs of damage inflicted by Iran, according to a source familiar with the matter.
The assessment is expected to help the US government determine the scale of economic and infrastructure losses suffered by regional partners amid ongoing tensions with Tehran. The move comes as Washington weighs potential measures to support Gulf allies affected by Iranian attacks, including the possible use of Iranian assets for rebuilding and repair efforts.
The source said the review will examine both the extent of the damage and the resources that may be required for recovery, as the United States continues to coordinate closely with its regional partners following recent escalations in the Gulf.
The assessment is expected to help the US government determine the scale of economic and infrastructure losses suffered by regional partners amid ongoing tensions with Tehran. The move comes as Washington weighs potential measures to support Gulf allies affected by Iranian attacks, including the possible use of Iranian assets for rebuilding and repair efforts.
The source said the review will examine both the extent of the damage and the resources that may be required for recovery, as the United States continues to coordinate closely with its regional partners following recent escalations in the Gulf.
05:56 (IST) Jun 07
Iran War News: Iran fires missiles at Bahrain and Kuwait after US strikes, Gulf states condemn escalation
Iran launched a salvo of ballistic missiles towards Bahrain and Kuwait on Saturday in response to fresh US military strikes, triggering sharp condemnation from Gulf monarchies and raising fears of a broader regional escalation. The attacks came amid continuing tensions over the Middle East conflict and stalled efforts to secure a lasting settlement.
According to US Central Command (CENTCOM), Iran fired seven ballistic missiles towards Bahrain and Kuwait, with six intercepted by air defence systems and one failing to reach its target. Earlier, CENTCOM said US forces had shot down four Iranian attack drones heading towards the Strait of Hormuz before striking Iranian coastal surveillance radar sites. Iran’s Revolutionary Guards later said they had targeted “enemy bases in the area” in retaliation.
Bahrain, home to the US Navy’s Fifth Fleet headquarters, condemned the missile launches as “blatant aggression”, while Kuwait described them as a “dangerous escalation”. Air raid sirens sounded in Bahrain’s capital Manama, where residents reported hearing explosions linked to missile interceptions.
The latest exchange comes despite a ceasefire that has largely held since April 8, following nearly 100 days of conflict triggered by US and Israeli strikes on Iran. While the truce has prevented a return to full-scale hostilities, repeated flare-ups and deadlocked negotiations have complicated efforts to achieve a permanent settlement and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for global energy supplies.
Amid the tensions, a source familiar with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s thinking said Washington is exploring ways to use Iranian assets to help Gulf allies repair damage caused by Iranian attacks. The source said a Treasury team has been tasked with assessing the costs of damage already inflicted on regional partners.
The conflict has also spilled into diplomacy and sports. Iran’s World Cup football team has been informed that it will be allowed to enter the United States only on match days and must leave immediately after games, prompting criticism from Tehran. Iran has accused Washington of politicising sport after several members of the team’s administrative delegation were reportedly denied visas.
Meanwhile, fighting continued elsewhere in the region. Lebanon said an Israeli strike in the country’s south killed three soldiers, while Israel reported the deaths of two of its own troops. Despite ceasefire efforts, clashes involving Israel and Hezbollah have continued, underscoring the fragility of the broader regional truce.
According to US Central Command (CENTCOM), Iran fired seven ballistic missiles towards Bahrain and Kuwait, with six intercepted by air defence systems and one failing to reach its target. Earlier, CENTCOM said US forces had shot down four Iranian attack drones heading towards the Strait of Hormuz before striking Iranian coastal surveillance radar sites. Iran’s Revolutionary Guards later said they had targeted “enemy bases in the area” in retaliation.
Bahrain, home to the US Navy’s Fifth Fleet headquarters, condemned the missile launches as “blatant aggression”, while Kuwait described them as a “dangerous escalation”. Air raid sirens sounded in Bahrain’s capital Manama, where residents reported hearing explosions linked to missile interceptions.
The latest exchange comes despite a ceasefire that has largely held since April 8, following nearly 100 days of conflict triggered by US and Israeli strikes on Iran. While the truce has prevented a return to full-scale hostilities, repeated flare-ups and deadlocked negotiations have complicated efforts to achieve a permanent settlement and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for global energy supplies.
Amid the tensions, a source familiar with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s thinking said Washington is exploring ways to use Iranian assets to help Gulf allies repair damage caused by Iranian attacks. The source said a Treasury team has been tasked with assessing the costs of damage already inflicted on regional partners.
The conflict has also spilled into diplomacy and sports. Iran’s World Cup football team has been informed that it will be allowed to enter the United States only on match days and must leave immediately after games, prompting criticism from Tehran. Iran has accused Washington of politicising sport after several members of the team’s administrative delegation were reportedly denied visas.
Meanwhile, fighting continued elsewhere in the region. Lebanon said an Israeli strike in the country’s south killed three soldiers, while Israel reported the deaths of two of its own troops. Despite ceasefire efforts, clashes involving Israel and Hezbollah have continued, underscoring the fragility of the broader regional truce.
05:56 (IST) Jun 07
US Iran War: US may use Iranian assets to help Gulf allies repair damage from Iranian attacks: Report
The United States is considering making Iranian assets available to Gulf allies to support rebuilding efforts and repairs for damage caused by Iran, according to a source familiar with the matter.
The source said the funds could be used not only for future damage resulting from Iranian attacks but also for repairing infrastructure and assets affected by past incidents. The move would mark a significant step in Washington’s efforts to support regional partners amid heightened tensions involving Tehran.
According to the source, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has directed a team to assess the costs of damage already inflicted on Gulf allies by Iran. The assessment is expected to help determine the scope of potential assistance and the amount of Iranian assets that could be allocated for reconstruction and recovery efforts.
The source said the funds could be used not only for future damage resulting from Iranian attacks but also for repairing infrastructure and assets affected by past incidents. The move would mark a significant step in Washington’s efforts to support regional partners amid heightened tensions involving Tehran.
According to the source, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has directed a team to assess the costs of damage already inflicted on Gulf allies by Iran. The assessment is expected to help determine the scope of potential assistance and the amount of Iranian assets that could be allocated for reconstruction and recovery efforts.
The Middle East remains on edge as fresh military exchanges between Iran and the United States, along with ongoing fighting involving Israel, continue to test an already fragile regional ceasefire.
Over the weekend, Iran launched ballistic missiles and drones towards Bahrain and Kuwait in response to recent US strikes on Iranian surveillance facilities. According to US Central Command (CENTCOM), most of the projectiles were intercepted, while Bahrain and Kuwait condemned the attacks as a dangerous escalation. Iran said it had targeted US military assets in the two Gulf states, accusing Washington of violating ceasefire understandings.
The United States has responded by exploring additional economic pressure on Tehran. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has directed officials to assess the damage suffered by Gulf allies and is considering mechanisms that could allow frozen Iranian assets to be used for future reconstruction and repair efforts in Gulf countries affected by Iranian attacks. The proposal could involve billions of dollars in Iranian funds currently held abroad.
Amid the tensions, diplomatic efforts are continuing. Pakistan has emerged as a key intermediary, with Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi arriving in Tehran for talks with Iranian officials. Reports indicate he is carrying a message from Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir to Iran's leadership, reflecting Islamabad's ongoing attempts to facilitate dialogue between Tehran and Washington after earlier mediation efforts failed to secure a breakthrough.
The conflict has also widened geographically. In Lebanon, Israel carried out strikes that killed members of the Lebanese Armed Forces, prompting condemnation from Qatar and Saudi Arabia, both of which described the attacks as violations of Lebanon's sovereignty. Hezbollah claimed it conducted 22 attacks against Israeli forces in southern Lebanon over a 24-hour period, targeting troops and military positions with drones, rockets and artillery.
International reactions have intensified. Pope Leo reiterated that the US-Israel war on Iran does not meet the criteria of a "just war" under Catholic teaching, while the Palestinian Authority condemned Iran's missile attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait and expressed solidarity with the Gulf states.
The crisis is increasingly affecting civilian and international affairs. Iran's World Cup football team has been informed that it will only be allowed to enter the United States on match days and must leave immediately afterward, reflecting the diplomatic fallout from the conflict. Energy markets and global shipping also remain under pressure, with military activity continuing around the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for global oil and gas supplies.
Despite ongoing negotiations and temporary ceasefire arrangements, military exchanges, competing diplomatic initiatives and deep disagreements over regional security continue to complicate efforts to achieve a lasting settlement.
Over the weekend, Iran launched ballistic missiles and drones towards Bahrain and Kuwait in response to recent US strikes on Iranian surveillance facilities. According to US Central Command (CENTCOM), most of the projectiles were intercepted, while Bahrain and Kuwait condemned the attacks as a dangerous escalation. Iran said it had targeted US military assets in the two Gulf states, accusing Washington of violating ceasefire understandings.
The United States has responded by exploring additional economic pressure on Tehran. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has directed officials to assess the damage suffered by Gulf allies and is considering mechanisms that could allow frozen Iranian assets to be used for future reconstruction and repair efforts in Gulf countries affected by Iranian attacks. The proposal could involve billions of dollars in Iranian funds currently held abroad.
Amid the tensions, diplomatic efforts are continuing. Pakistan has emerged as a key intermediary, with Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi arriving in Tehran for talks with Iranian officials. Reports indicate he is carrying a message from Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir to Iran's leadership, reflecting Islamabad's ongoing attempts to facilitate dialogue between Tehran and Washington after earlier mediation efforts failed to secure a breakthrough.
The conflict has also widened geographically. In Lebanon, Israel carried out strikes that killed members of the Lebanese Armed Forces, prompting condemnation from Qatar and Saudi Arabia, both of which described the attacks as violations of Lebanon's sovereignty. Hezbollah claimed it conducted 22 attacks against Israeli forces in southern Lebanon over a 24-hour period, targeting troops and military positions with drones, rockets and artillery.
International reactions have intensified. Pope Leo reiterated that the US-Israel war on Iran does not meet the criteria of a "just war" under Catholic teaching, while the Palestinian Authority condemned Iran's missile attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait and expressed solidarity with the Gulf states.
The crisis is increasingly affecting civilian and international affairs. Iran's World Cup football team has been informed that it will only be allowed to enter the United States on match days and must leave immediately afterward, reflecting the diplomatic fallout from the conflict. Energy markets and global shipping also remain under pressure, with military activity continuing around the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for global oil and gas supplies.
Despite ongoing negotiations and temporary ceasefire arrangements, military exchanges, competing diplomatic initiatives and deep disagreements over regional security continue to complicate efforts to achieve a lasting settlement.
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