US Central Command (Centcom) said US and Bahraini forces intercepted missiles fired towards Bahrain, while two Iranian ballistic missiles launched towards Kuwait either fell short or broke apart before reaching their targets.
The command also said attempted Iranian attacks on regional shipping were unsuccessful.
Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump rejected reports that negotiations with Tehran had been suspended, saying in a post on Truth Social that talks have continued throughout the crisis.
Trump dismissed reports suggesting otherwise as “fake news” and maintained that diplomatic contacts remain ongoing.
USS Rafael Peralta enforces maritime blockade against Iran-flagged tanker Herby, 24 April 2026 (US Navy/AFP)
