Reports in the Gulf: Missiles fired from Iran toward Kuwait, oil tanker attacked off Oman

Kuwait's army announced that its defense systems were activated to intercept missiles launched from Iran. Meanwhile, an attack on an oil tanker near Oman was reported, about 21 nautical miles from Khasab. UKMTO reported a 'large water splash and a bang' with no damage. In the background, reports in the US about preparations to resume strikes on Iran over the weekend, including the possibility of hitting missile sites and energy infrastructure.

Kuwait's army announced today (Saturday) that the country's defense systems were activated and are operating to intercept missiles launched from Iran. At the same time, a report was received of an attack on an oil tanker near Oman, about 21 nautical miles from the city of Khasab. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said that a 'large water splash and a bang' were seen in the immediate vicinity of the vessel, and that no damage to the tanker was reported. The events occur against the backdrop of reports in the United States that Washington is preparing to resume strikes on Iran as early as the weekend, following the failure of diplomatic efforts and the escalation of rhetoric by President Donald Trump. According to reports last night on CNN and CBS, the scale of the attack and the targets to be included have not yet been finally determined, but among the options being considered is striking missile sites and even energy infrastructure. The Wall Street Journal reported that Trump has authorized a new round of strikes, which could begin over the weekend and last several days. A senior Iranian security official threatened that if Iran is attacked, Tehran will respond by striking vital infrastructure in Israel and American energy facilities in the region. Israel was updated in advance on the plans and maintains full coordination with the Americans. The US administration is also considering the possibility of attacking energy facilities in Iran, including the Pikax Mountain facility south of Tehran. The US Central Command (CENTCOM) has prepared several operational alternatives and has placed its forces on alert.