Iran Launches Attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan

The attacks came just hours after U.S. Central Command said its forces completed ‘self-defense strikes’ against Iran.

Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz are visible near the beach of Bandar Abbas, Iran, on May 22, 2026. Majid Asgaripour/WANA via Reuters

Iran launched attacks Wednesday on Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan after U.S. forces launched retaliatory strikes against the downing of an American attack helicopter.

Bahrain and Kuwait activated their air defense systems to respond to the Iranian attacks, while Jordan said it intercepted five missiles aimed at an air base hosting U.S. forces, according to multiple news reports.