US-Iran War Live Updates: Tehran warns of strikes on Gulf energy sites; Kuwait destroys hostile drones

Tehran has issued a stern warning of potential strikes on Gulf energy sites, escalating tensions in the ongoing US-Iran conflict. In response to a proposed deal aimed at halting US military action, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi stated that Tehran would retaliate decisively against any aggression from the United States or Israel.

Iran-backed media outlet Nournews warned that if the US attacks Iranian energy infrastructure, it would respond by targeting oil fields in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and gas fields in Qatar and Israel. Kuwait's military confirmed the destruction of hostile drones targeting vital facilities, causing material damage but no casualties.

The incident highlights the conflict's expansion beyond Iran and Israel. The United Kingdom reported two maritime security incidents off Oman, with one tanker damaged and another experiencing an explosion without damage, raising concerns over commercial shipping. The Strait of Hormuz, crucial for global oil exports, remains a focal point of security risks.

Israel has expressed serious security concerns over a proposed US-backed Hamas disarmament deal, rejecting any disarmament that does not involve physically handing over weapons. Israeli officials insist on a full weapons surrender before withdrawing troops from Gaza. Iranian lawmaker Hassan Ghashghavi mentioned an ongoing exchange of views over the Strait of Hormuz as key mediators attempt to revive the 14-point Islamabad agreement.

Iran's Acting Defence Minister Brigadier General Seyyed Majid Ibn al-Reza warned that every threat from adversaries would be treated seriously and used to strengthen military readiness and deterrence.