Tensions in the Middle East escalated sharply on Sunday morning as Iran carried out a new wave of coordinated missile and drone attacks targeting Israel and United States military positions in the region.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) described the strikes as the “sixth wave” of operations, according to semi-official reports. The attacks reportedly hit Israeli territory and US bases stationed in multiple countries across the Middle East.
Explosions were reported in several major cities, raising fears of a broader regional conflict. In Israel, the military confirmed missile launches from Iran and activated defensive systems to intercept incoming projectiles.
In the United Arab Emirates, residents in Dubai reported multiple explosions and plumes of smoke. Authorities confirmed that debris from an aerial interception over the Business Bay area caused a fire at the Jebel Ali port, one of the region’s busiest commercial hubs.
Doha, Qatar, also reported several loud explosions around 7:30 a.m. local time. The Qatar Ministry of Interior confirmed at least 16 injuries but described the damage as limited. Residents were urged to remain indoors as security forces assessed the situation.
In Bahrain, videos showed smoke near the Crowne Plaza hotel in Manama, prompting authorities to activate sirens and advise residents to seek safe locations.
In Iraq’s Kurdistan region, a fire broke out at Erbil Airport, with heavy explosions reported in the early hours. It remains unclear whether the airport or nearby foreign facilities were directly targeted.
