Daily brief
Iranian drone attacks have caused major damage to Kuwait's energy and power infrastructure, including power plants, water facilities, and units operated by the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation. The attacks struck two power plants and other government sites, threatening the country's energy and water resources. Kuwait's energy ministry confirmed the damage, and the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation reported that several of its units were hit.
Iranian missile and drone strikes also hit oil facilities in Bahrain, including the Bapco refinery and Gulf Petrochemical Industries units, with fires reported but later controlled.
Three fires broke out at Abu Dhabi's Borouge petrochemicals plant after air defense debris fell following a drone interception.
Iran and Oman held talks focused on ensuring safe and smooth maritime transit through the Strait of Hormuz.
Syrian authorities arrested two individuals over an attack on the UAE embassy in Syria.