Saturday 18 July 2026 07:30 UTC

Iran Widens Gulf Attacks as US Strikes Hit Infrastructure

In the 24 hours ending 18 July 07:30 UTC, Iran expanded its regional attacks as US strikes hit Iranian transport and communications.

Iran attacked US bases and infrastructure in Saudi Arabia for the first time in four months. Saudi forces intercepted nine Iranian drones after a ceasefire took effect.

Two Iranian ballistic missiles struck Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan. Iran also launched further attacks against Bahrain and Kuwait, prompting sirens and air defense action.

US forces struck Iranian communications and transport infrastructure overnight. A US strike destroyed a road bridge near Bandar Abbas.

Ukrainian drones struck a major Wildberries order centre near Moscow. The building was engulfed in flames and sent heavy smoke over the area.