Iran expands attacks on Gulf states after intense US strikes

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Iran launched strikes on its southern islands and targeted locations in Kuwait, including border posts and an offshore oil platform, escalating tensions following US strikes. Conflicting statements emerged about the status of the Strait of Hormuz navigation after the attacks.

Iran reported strikes Sunday evening on two of its southern islands while Kuwait, where Tehran has repeatedly targeted US installations, said border posts and an offshore oil platform had been attacked. The as-yet unclaimed strikes came hours after Tehran and WashingtonStrait of Hormuz, offering contradicting statements as to whether the vital waterway was open to traffic.