Iran launches military strikes against facilities in the Gulf region

On July 12, 2026, the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) launched a series of missile and drone attacks targeting military installations in Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. The IRGC claimed responsibility for destroying radar stations in Oman and hitting infrastructure in Juffair, Bahrain, which reportedly resulted in fires. Concurrently, air defense systems were activated in the UAE to intercept incoming projectiles. Residents in Qatar reported explosions and received emergency alerts, while Bahraini authorities issued safety instructions to the public. The government of Oman officially condemned the strike on its territory and announced plans to implement security measures. High-level security alerts were triggered across the affected nations. Regional officials and international actors have called for restraint as tensions escalate following the coordinated operations.