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U.S. Central Command Reports Strikes on Iranian Targets Completed

9/5/2026

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U.S. Central Command reported American forces completed a wave of strikes on Iranian targets on Tuesday.
Seven U.S. missions in Jordan, Israel, Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Bahrain warned Americans of possible escalation.
Bahrain’s Interior Ministry sounded sirens and urged safe locations after intercepting an Iranian drone.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said at a G20 meeting the administration will add sanctions to asphyxiate Iran.

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U.S. Central Command reported American forces completed a wave of strikes on Iranian targets on Tuesday.
Seven U.S. missions in Jordan, Israel, Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Bahrain warned Americans of possible escalation.
Bahrain’s Interior Ministry sounded sirens and urged safe locations after intercepting an Iranian drone.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said at a G20 meeting the administration will add sanctions to asphyxiate Iran.