Iranian attacks targeted US air defense systems before striking military bases in the Middle East
Iran conducted strikes on US military bases in the Middle East, targeting early-warning systems and aircraft hangars. Damage occurred at 26 bases and included hundreds of buildings from April to June. The US has moved many assets out of the Gulf, and Pentagon officials say bases are well protected.
- Iran's strikes on more than two dozen US bases in the Middle East focused on early-warning systems.
- Strikes damaged or destroyed structures at 26 US military bases and other sites.
- Two regional officials said the US has moved many of its assets out of the Gulf region.
- Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell asserted that US forces and bases are well protected.
- US Central Command has refused to comment on or specify damage to bases or equipment.
- Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait was struck at least 30 times.
- One official stated 16 American bases were damaged by Iranian attacks during the war.
Outlets: Arab48, El Nuevo Día, Gulf News, Interfax, Koha Ditore, Stuff, The Business Standard (BD), The Express Tribune, Times of India (Top), Times of Israel
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