Air attacks on Kuwait, Bahrain, region will turn to ashes:IRGC

Explosions have been reported in Erbil, Iraq, as well as in Bahrain and Kuwait, with significant air defense activity underway across the region. The situation comes amid heightened tensions, with Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) saying it is targeting US bases. In a statement, the IRGC said, “The era of ‘hit and run’ is over.” It warned that “Any new foolishness will be met with a seismic, crushing, and decisive response that goes beyond established rules and boundaries.”  The statement further added, “We will not hesitate to turn all aggressors’ headquarters and interests in the region to ashes.” IRGC claims it attacked the US Fifth Fleet headquarters and an airbase and helicopters in a regional country using missiles and drones, in response to what the IRGC describes as a US attack on an a communications tower south of Qeshm Island.IRGC said at least 10 ballistic missiles were fired toward Kuwait on Tuesday.

Following the hostile actions of the U.S. in the Persian Gulf, the Strait of Hormuz, and Qeshm Island, American bases in Kuwait were hit. pic.twitter.com/iVGC0P1r3p

— IRIB (Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting) (@iribnews_irib) June 2, 2026

Kuwait's military said its air defence systems were actively intercepting hostile missiles and drones early Wednesday, after residents across the country reported hearing loud explosions amid escalating tensions in the Gulf.

BREAKING: EXPLOSIONS reported in Erbil, Iraq, Bahrain and Kuwait Significant air defense activity ongoing IRGC says they’re targeting US bases. pic.twitter.com/kIq5zMaYs7

— Ababeel (@AbabeelMilitary) June 3, 2026

Bahrain's Interior Ministry said a warning siren was activated on Wednesday, urging citizens and residents to remain calm and proceed to the nearest safe location while following official safety instructions. As per reports, Bahrain closed its entire airspace and all flights grounded amid recent threats. US Central Command (CENTCOM) said on X on Tuesday all Iranian attacks on US forces failed, rejecting claims by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps that it had struck targets including the US Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain. CENTCOM said US forces remain vigilant and ready to respond to any further threats.