The US Central Command has published video footage of its latest military operations targeting sites in Iran, including Bandar Abbas and the islands of Qeshm, Kish, and Abu Musa. In response, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claims to have launched retaliatory strikes against US-allied nations Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan.
The video release comes amid escalating tensions in the region. The Pentagon stated the strikes were aimed at degrading Iran's military capabilities, though specific targets were not detailed. The IRGC's retaliation, if confirmed, marks a significant widening of the conflict beyond Iranian borders. Regional observers warn that the exchange could spiral into a broader war, drawing in Gulf states and US partners.