Kuwait says Iran has struck a water desalination plant, marking the second reported attack on such a facility in two days. The reported hit adds to mounting concern that critical civilian infrastructure is being drawn into a rapidly expanding regional confrontation.
The latest development came as the United States and Iran exchanged strikes targeting infrastructure and military sites, according to the description and available report details. The confrontation has intensified around the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway for global energy shipments and a long-standing flashpoint in Gulf security.
Kuwait, Iraq and Jordan also reported intercepting Iranian missiles and drones, underscoring how the fighting is affecting countries beyond the immediate exchange between واشنطن and Tehran. The widening security threat has raised fears of further disruption across the Gulf, especially as attacks and interceptions are reported in quick succession.
The growing instability has also pushed oil prices higher, reflecting market concern over the safety of shipping routes and energy infrastructure near the Strait of Hormuz. With strikes now reportedly hitting both military-linked sites and essential services such as desalination plants, the conflict appears to be entering a more dangerous phase.
