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Iran Launches Drones and Missiles Against U.S. Bases in Bahrain and Iraq

Iran launched a coordinated attack using drones and missiles against U.S. military installations in Bahrain and Iraq on September 2, 2026. The strikes targeted radar systems and troop concentrations. The U.S. military confirmed the attacks, though details on casualties or damage remain unconfirmed.

According to Iranian state media, the attack involved a combination of drones and ballistic missiles directed at U.S. bases in Bahrain and Iraq. The strikes were described as targeting radar installations and concentration points of U.S. forces. The Iranian regime announced the attacks as a retaliatory measure, though no specific provocation was cited. The U.S. military confirmed the attacks but provided limited details. A statement from the White House referenced a warning from former President Donald Trump, who had previously warned of a 'much harder' attack. No official confirmation of casualties or damage was released by either side. The situation remains under active assessment by both nations' defense authorities.

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IndependentinfobaeSep 2, 05:38 AM
Iran said it launched new attacks with drones and missiles against U.S. military bases in the Middle East

The Persian regime announced that the Iranian military fired projectiles at Bahrain and Iraq. According to state media, the attacks targeted radar installations and concentration points of U.S. forces

IndependentWIONSep 2, 12:49 AM
Iran launches retaliatory strikes with missiles and drones; Trump warns of ‘much harder’ attack - wionews.com

Iran launches retaliatory strikes with missiles and drones; Trump warns of ‘much harder’ attack  wionews.com