Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps confirmed carrying out these attacks

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has announced that it has launched missile attacks on US military bases in the Gulf region, a move that has increased military and political tensions between the two sides. 

The attacks targeted the Ali Al-Salem Military Base in Kuwait and areas associated with the US Fifth Fleet in Bahrain.

According to media outlets affiliated with the Iranian government, the operation is a direct response to what it called US aggression in the Strait of Hormuz and the Gulf of Oman. 

Reports from the scene indicate that air defense systems in Kuwait and Bahrain were activated immediately after the attacks, and several missiles were intercepted before reaching their targets.

However, the authorities in those countries have not yet provided full information on the extent of the damage or the number of casualties. 

The US military has been increasing security measures in the region, strengthening missile and drone interceptors, especially in areas near the Strait of Hormuz. The move reflects the US's heightened vigilance following a surge in such attacks in recent months.

International security analysts say the incident marks a escalation in military tensions between Tehran and Washington, and could significantly affect maritime security in the Persian Gulf. 

The region has been a hotbed of long-standing tensions over nuclear issues, oil security, and the military influence of major powers.

Given the importance of the Gulf in global oil transportation, these attacks raise fears of economic repercussions if the conflict continues to escalate. 

Iran has continued to insist that the attacks are part of self-defense and protecting its national interests, while warning that it will not hesitate to take further action if the United States continues what it calls aggressive actions.

On the other hand, the United States has been insisting that it will continue to protect its troops and allies in the region, indicating that this tension could continue for a long time without a quick solution. 

This situation has increased international concern about the possibility of a major military conflict that could affect not only maritime security but also the global economy.

Neighboring states such as Oman and Qatar have been urging diplomatic talks to ease the tension, while analysts warn that any non-diplomatic action could lead to a wider crisis in the Persian Gulf. 

Overall, these IRGC attacks on US facilities have made it clear that military tensions in the Gulf are escalating and require urgent diplomatic efforts to prevent the emergence of a major regional crisis with global implications.