Iranian armed forces spokesperson confirms Iran struck US new camp on Kuwait’s Bubyan Island, according to a statement

The confirmation of an Iranian strike on a U.S.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 6 Apr 2026, 08:19 UTCOn the live feed at 07:59 UTC — 4 more headlines followed before this page went public

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08:09

Israel Defence Minister Katz says it will continue to hit Iran infrastructure as long as Iran keeps firing

08:04

Qatar LNG shipments appear to pause attempt to exit the Strait of Hormuz, "it isn’t immediately clear at this stage if the tankers will abandon the journey", Bloomberg reports

07:59

Iranian armed forces spokesperson confirms Iran struck US new camp on Kuwait’s Bubyan Island, according to a statement

07:52

Two sources tell the Jerusalem Post the mediators Egypt and Pakistan are trying a last-minute ceasefire deal where Hormuz will be open and talks will start on a full deal between US and Iran

07:51

Iranian military spokesman warns of stronger, wider retaliation after attacks on civilian targets, Fars News reports

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camp in Kuwait represents a significant escalation in regional tensions. This development could have immediate implications for energy markets, particularly WTI crude, as fears of supply disruptions may arise, potentially driving prices higher. Traders should monitor geopolitical risks closely, as such events often have ripple effects across various asset classes.

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