Iran Fires Missiles, Drones at Gulf States Hosting US Forces

Iran launched synchronized waves of missile and drone strikes on Gulf states that host US forces, framing the operation as defiance against external pressure and threats.

“TEHRAN: Iran launched waves of missile and drone attacks on its Gulf neighbours hosting US forces on Saturday and vowed no surrender despite threats from President Donald Trump to widen the conflict”

The New Indian Express

The New Indian Express reports that Tehran vowed 'no surrender' even as it faced warnings from the United States and the threat of wider conflict under President Donald Trump, portraying the attacks as a deliberate escalation directed at neighbours that host US military assets.

The New Indian Express

Strikes hit multiple Gulf states in at least two waves, employing both missiles and drones.

The UAE and Bahrain were hit in two waves, and the UAE said its defenses intercepted 15 missiles and 119 drones, while footage circulated showing a projectile striking near Dubai airport and underscoring the attacks' scale and public visibility.

The New Indian Express

Israel and the United States also carried out strikes on Iranian territory amid the tit-for-tat escalation.

“TEHRAN: Iran launched waves of missile and drone attacks on its Gulf neighbours hosting US forces on Saturday and vowed no surrender despite threats from President Donald Trump to widen the conflict”

The New Indian Express

The New Indian Express recounts a predawn attack that set Tehran's Mehrabad airport ablaze.

The New Indian Express cites Israeli claims that it destroyed 16 aircraft, indicating the conflict has included cross-border air operations affecting critical Iranian infrastructure.

Iranian officials signalled continued commitment to the campaign while attempting to manage regional diplomatic fallout.

The judiciary chief warned the attacks would continue.

The New Indian Express

President Masoud Pezeshkian issued an apology to neighbouring states but rejected calls for 'unconditional surrender', reflecting Tehran's effort to balance external pressure, domestic messaging and regional signalling.

The incident has widened into a regional conflagration with reports of clashes and incidents beyond the immediate Gulf theatre.

“TEHRAN: Iran launched waves of missile and drone attacks on its Gulf neighbours hosting US forces on Saturday and vowed no surrender despite threats from President Donald Trump to widen the conflict”

The New Indian Express

The New Indian Express says the fighting has spread to Lebanon, Cyprus, Turkey, Azerbaijan and waters near Sri Lanka, producing mounting infrastructure damage, heightened civilian anxiety, and a heavy security presence.

The New Indian Express

The outlet also notes US media speculation that Russia may be supplying targeting intelligence to Iran, a claim that, if true, would broaden the conflict’s international entanglements.