A report by Arab media outlets has claimed that Iran carried out more than 5,200 attacks on Gulf countries over the past 30 days, marking a sharp escalation in regional tensions.
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According to the reported figures, Saudi Arabia intercepted 57 missiles and 1,006 drones during the same period, highlighting the intensity of aerial threats faced by the kingdom. Meanwhile, Kuwait was reportedly targeted with 309 ballistic missiles and 616 drones.
The report further stated that Qatar faced 206 missile strikes, 90 drone attacks, and two warplane incursions. In Bahrain, authorities claimed to have intercepted 174 missiles and 391 drones over the course of the month.
Similarly, United Arab Emirates was reportedly subjected to 413 missile attacks and as many as 1,914 drone strikes, making it one of the most heavily targeted countries in the region. The report also indicated that Oman experienced at least 19 drone attacks.
While these figures could not be independently verified, they point to a significant increase in hostilities across the Gulf region. Defense systems in several countries have reportedly been actively engaged in intercepting incoming threats, underscoring the scale and frequency of the attacks.
Analysts warn that such developments could further destabilize the already volatile Middle East, with potential consequences for global energy markets and maritime security. The situation remains fluid, and there has been no comprehensive official confirmation from all parties involved regarding the reported scale of the attacks.
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The reported escalation comes amid broader geopolitical tensions, raising concerns about the risk of a wider regional conflict and its implications for international stability.