Strikes on US Bases & Regional Fallout

February 28, 2026 Aaroni Rahman 0 Comments

Direct Hit in Bahrain

5th Fleet HQ: Massive plumes of black smoke were documented rising from the Juffair district of Manama. Bahraini authorities confirmed a missile strike on the service center of the U.S. 5th Fleet.
Evacuations: The Bahraini Ministry of Interior has initiated emergency evacuations in areas surrounding the naval base. The U.S. Embassy in Manama announced it will remain closed on Sunday, March 1, due to the ongoing threat.

Widespread Regional Interceptions

Beyond Bahrain, Iran’s missile waves triggered air defense systems across several neighboring nations hosting U.S. military assets:

Qatar: Several missiles were intercepted over Al Udeid Air Base, the largest U.S. military installation in the region.
Kuwait: Air defenses engaged multiple incoming threats; reports indicate “significant damage” to a runway at a base hosting international personnel.
UAE: While many missiles were intercepted over Abu Dhabi and Dubai, UAE officials confirmed one fatality caused by falling shrapnel in the capital.
Iraq & Jordan: Both nations have closed their airspace. Jordanian forces reportedly shot down two ballistic missiles over their territory.

The Escalation: Operation Epic Fury

The Iranian strikes were a rapid response to a coordinated attack by the U.S. and Israel earlier today. U.S. President Donald Trump described the operation as a “noble mission” intended to dismantle Iran’s nuclear ambitions and “topple the regime.”

Communications: NetBlocks has reported a near-total internet blackout across Iran following the initial strikes.

Targets in Iran: Explosions have rocked Tehran, Isfahan, and Qom, with reports of heavy damage to the compound of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.