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Iran Hits Kuwait Airport, US Says Iran Militarily Crippled

6/4/2026

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Iran launched 13 missiles and 17 drones at Kuwait, hitting airport and U.S. troops.
U.S. officials say Iran’s navy is destroyed, nuclear sites obliterated, economy strangled by blockade.
President Donald Trump said he has all cards, ample time, no rush for a deal.
Alex Plitsas warned military action will be considered only if Trump loses confidence in diplomacy.
Suzanne Maloney said Tehran’s deep mistrust of Washington fuels prolonged negotiation delays.

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Iran launched 13 missiles and 17 drones at Kuwait, hitting airport and U.S. troops.
U.S. officials say Iran’s navy is destroyed, nuclear sites obliterated, economy strangled by blockade.
President Donald Trump said he has all cards, ample time, no rush for a deal.
Alex Plitsas warned military action will be considered only if Trump loses confidence in diplomacy.
Suzanne Maloney said Tehran’s deep mistrust of Washington fuels prolonged negotiation delays.