Missiles Fired, Intercepted as Iran-U.S. Tensions Escalate Over Hormuz

Amid ongoing U.S.-Iran hostilities, Iran fired a ballistic missile toward Kuwait that Kuwaiti defenses intercepted; Iran also claimed attacks on a U.S. base as U.S. forces conducted strikes. The U.S. then imposed sanctions on Iran’s Strait Authority and President Trump signaled the Strait of Hormuz would remain open and not controlled, hinting at a possible Oman involvement in a joint-control arrangement. The developments unfold as Hormuz traffic — including Iran-linked ships — continues, underscoring broader regional security risks.