- Iran launched fresh attacks on American military bases across the Middle East on Friday, targeting US equipment depots in northern Kuwait, a surveillance tower in Bahrain, and barracks and fighter jets in Jordan, alongside facilities in Erbil, Iraq.
- These Iranian strikes followed a 13th consecutive night of US attacks on Iran, as confirmed by US Central Command, indicating an escalating exchange of military actions.
- The escalation occurred after Donald Trump vowed “major punishment” and stated he would hold Iran accountable for attacks by Iran and allied Houthi rebels, which have extended the conflict to a second major shipping chokepoint at the mouth of the Red Sea.
- Insiders close to the US president informed the Wall Street Journal that Trump is losing patience with Iran and perceives few viable options beyond continuing military strikes.
- The US military is reportedly deploying additional weapons, medics, and special forces to the Middle East, suggesting an expansion of military options as hopes for a diplomatic resolution diminish.
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