LIVEUS-Iran standoff deepens as Hormuz clash sparks regional air-defence scrambleLast updated: June 06, 2026 | 07:56Donald Trumpiran nuclear programmeIranAmericaIran Israel conflictUS-Israel-Iran warX | @CentComTensions across the Gulf escalated sharply early Saturday after the US military said Iran launched seven ballistic missiles toward Kuwait and Bahrain, most of which were intercepted by air defences. The reported strikes followed the interception of Iranian drones near the Strait of Hormuz and US attacks on Iranian radar installations, prompting Kuwait and Bahrain to activate emergency measures and sound nationwide sirens as the situation rapidly unfolded. With military exchanges intensifying and civilian areas on alert, the region braces for further developments. Follow our live coverage for the latest updates.Highlights07:13 AM, 6 June 2026IRGC strikes oil tanker in Strait of HormuzIran's Revolutionary Guard said it targeted one of four oil tankers that allegedly attempted to pass through the Strait of Hormuz without prior coordination. The IRGC claimed the vessels ignored warnings issued by Iranian authorities and were attempting what it described as an "illegal transit" through the strategic waterway, alleging that the move had been encouraged by the US military. Iranians said one tanker was struck and forced to halt, while the remaining vessels turned back.06:40 AM, 6 June 2026US military says Iran launched seven ballistic missiles at Kuwait and BahrainThe US military said Iran launched seven ballistic missiles towards Kuwait and Bahrain in a significant escalation of tensions across the Gulf. According to US Central Command, six of the missiles were successfully intercepted by air defence systems, while the seventh failed to reach its intended target. The launches came shortly after US forces said they had intercepted four Iranian drones heading towards the Strait of Hormuz and carried out strikes against Iranian radar installations on Qeshm Island and in Goruk. US officials said there were no immediate reports of injuries among American personnel, while Kuwait and Bahrain activated emergency response measures as the situation unfolded.06:30 AM, 6 June 2026Bahrain activates sirens, urges residents to seek shelterResidents across Bahrain were urged to move to safe locations early Saturday after warning sirens were activated nationwide amid escalating regional tensions. Bahrain's Ministry of Interior issued an alert at 4:15 a.m. local time, calling on citizens and residents to remain calm and follow emergency guidance.The precautionary measures came as missile activity and military exchanges intensified across the Gulf region, raising concerns over potential threats to civilian areas.06:13 AM, 6 June 2026Kuwait intercepts missile and drone attacksKuwaiti air defences were ​intercepting missile and drone attacks, state news agency KUNA cited ​the army's General Staff as saying.​The General Staff added that any explosions heard were the result of interceptions by air defence systems and urged the public to follow safety and security instructions issued by the relevant agencies.01:13 AM, 6 June 2026Lebanon says Israeli strike kills 5 including woman, paramedicLebanon's health ministry said an Israeli strike in the south on Friday killed five people including a woman and an emergency worker, condemning "the targeting of paramedics carrying out rescue operations"."The Israeli enemy strike on the town of Zebdine in the Nabatieh district killed five people including a woman, and a paramedic from the Risala Association, and wounded two people including a paramedic," a ministry statement said, referring to emergency responders affiliated with Hezbollah ally the Amal movement.12:30 AM, 6 June 2026Trump hails ‘great success’ with Iran, offers no new detailsPresident Donald Trump said his administration is achieving “great success” in negotiations with Iran, speaking to reporters on Air Force One.“They’re not going to have a nuclear weapon. They’re in no position to have a nuclear weapon,” Trump said, repeating comments he has made multiple times during the ongoing conflict.Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.12:15 AM, 6 June 2026Qatar reaffirms condemnation of Barakah nuclear plant attackQatar has reaffirmed its condemnation of last month’s attack on the UAE’s Barakah nuclear power plant during an emergency session of the UN nuclear watchdog (IAEA) in Vienna.Qatari Ambassador to Austria Jassim Yaqoub Al Hammadi described the incident as a clear violation of international law, according to a statement from Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.He also emphasised that “the security of the UAE is an integral part of the security of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states and the wider region,” the ministry added.12:13 AM, 6 June 2026Israeli strike kills Hezbollah operative in southern Lebanon