Iran fires missiles, drones at Gulf nations as ship hit in Strait of Hormuz

Al Jazeera ConflictNews ReportEN 3 min read 100% complete by Al Jazeera StaffMarch 11, 2026 at 08:04 AM

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On March 11, 2026, Iran launched missiles and drones at Gulf nations, including a U.S. base in Kuwait, marking the 37th wave of attacks amidst an ongoing conflict with the U.S. and Israel. These attacks coincide with a global energy crisis and a ship ablaze in the Strait of Hormuz. The UN Security Council is set to vote on a GCC-sponsored resolution urging Iran to cease attacks on its neighbors. Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and the UAE reported intercepting or being targeted by Iranian missiles and drones, with some causing damage and casualties. The IRGC claimed responsibility, stating the attacks targeted U.S. forces' headquarters in the Middle East.

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Key Claims (5)

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Authorities in Kuwait did not confirm the reports of missiles targeting Camp Arifjan.

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The United Nations Security Council was to vote later in the day on a resolution sponsored by the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).

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An unknown projectile had struck a container vessel, setting it on fire, in the Strait of Hormuz.

factual — United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations90% confidence

Iran has fired missiles and drones at targets across the Gulf, including a United States base in Kuwait.

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The IRGC said it had fired four missiles at the headquarters of US forces in the Middle East.

factual — Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC)80% confidence

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Key Entities & Roles

Key Player Opposition Context

Saudi Arabia 40% Doha ×240% Bahrain 40% Qatar ×350% Kuwait ×260% Strait of Hormuz 60% United Nations Security Council 60% Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps 60% Gulf Cooperation Council ×265% Israel 70% United States ×280% Iran ×895%

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iran 100% missile attacks 90% drone attacks 90% gulf nations 80% strait of hormuz 70% us-israel war on iran 70% gcc 60% energy crisis 60% united states base 50% islamic revolutionary guard corps 40%