Tensions in the Middle East escalated once again early Wednesday after Iran launched missiles towards US military facilities in Kuwait and Bahrain. According to the US central command (CENTCOM), the missiles failed to hit their targets and were either intercepted or broke apart before impact.

Kuwaiti state media report sirens sounding across the country, as officials say air defences active over the country

CENTCOM says Iranian missiles failed to hit regional targets as Gulf hostilities flare, with Kuwait and Bahrain issuing alerts and diplomacy still stalled

CENTCOM said the operations were in response to Iran launching ballistic missiles toward Kuwait and Bahrain, which were intercepted.

US Central Command says missiles and drones used to attack American bases and civilian shipping