Smoke rises from an explosion at an unknown location during what US Central Command says are strikes on Iran. ReutersInfoWashington says main objective is ensuring oil and gas can flow through Strait of Hormuz, as crude prices surge
Iran targeted US allies Bahrain and Kuwait with drones, prompting air defence responses and emergency warnings across both Gulf states.
The US carried out a ninth consecutive night of strikes, targeting Iranian command centres, missile facilities and maritime infrastructure linked to Strait of Hormuz threats.
Oil prices surged above $90 a barrel as markets reacted to escalating conflict risks disrupting global energy supplies through the critical waterway.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard claimed ballistic missile attacks on US aircraft in Jordan caused "heavy damage", while two oil tankers near the strait were disabled.
