Kuwait intercepted seven ballistic missiles over residential areas, according to corroborated reports from multiple sources. Accounts differ on the origin and target of the missiles: one version states Kuwait intercepted ballistic missiles launched by Iran targeting a U.S. military base, as reported by social media; another, supported by other and qatar, confirms the interception of seven missiles without specifying origin or target. According to bluesky, Kuwait intercepted ballistic missiles launched by Iran targeting a U.S. military base. Videos from Kuwait show missile and drone interceptions lighting up the night sky, and air raid sirens sounded across parts of the country, according to wionews.com. U.S. Central Command air defenses downed multiple drones in Kuwait, with no American personnel or assets harmed, as reported by tass.

Saudi Arabia’s air defenses intercepted and destroyed 11 ballistic missiles launched from Iran toward the Eastern Province, according to english.aawsat.com. Debris from the intercepted missiles fell near energy facilities, and Saudi Civil Defense issued two early-morning alerts in the Eastern Province via the National Emergency Warning Platform. The alerts were lifted minutes after being issued, according to the same source.

Iran’s navy said it was retaliating against U.S. forces stationed at Ali Al Salem Air Base, according to factnewsindia.com. Iran also said continued U.S. assaults on Qeshm and Sirik endanger the safety of the area, according to the same source.