Gulf countries reported new attacks early Sunday, a day after Iran warned that three major ports in the United Arab Emirates should be evacuated, marking the first time Tehran has threatened a neighboring country’s non-U.S. assets.
Iran accused the United States of using facilities in the UAE — including ports and docks — to launch strikes on Kharg Island, which hosts the country’s main oil export terminal. Tehran did not provide evidence for the claim as the conflict showed no signs of easing.
U.S. President Donald Trump said he hopes allied nations will deploy warships to help secure the vital Strait of Hormuz.
Meanwhile, Israeli strikes have worsened the humanitarian situation in Lebanon, where more than 800 people have been killed and over 850,000 displaced.
Oil loading continues at Kharg Island
An oil tanker was observed loading crude at Kharg Island on Sunday, two days after U.S. strikes targeted military facilities there. Vessel-tracking platform TankerTrackers reported that seven additional tankers were anchored nearby. Satellite imagery suggested five had already loaded fuel oil while two were waiting to do so, though ownership of the vessels was unclear.
Bahrain intercepts missiles and drones
Bahrain said its air defenses have intercepted 125 missiles and 211 drones since the war began.
The island nation, which hosts the United States Fifth Fleet, has been heavily affected by Iranian strikes that damaged ports, a hotel, a refinery and a desalination plant. At least one person has been reported killed.
UN warns of displacement inside Iran
The International Organization for Migration said worsening conditions in Iranian cities are driving complex displacement patterns as homes and basic service facilities are destroyed.
The agency said people have moved to more than 20 provinces across Iran, while thousands have fled abroad — nearly 32,000 to Afghanistan and about 4,000 to Pakistan — despite airport closures and restricted border crossings.
Civilian casualties reported in Iran
Iran’s Health Ministry said U.S. and Israeli airstrikes have killed 425 women and children since the war began on Feb. 28, according to the judiciary news agency Mizan News Agency.
Separately, the Iranian Red Crescent Society has estimated the overall death toll at more than 1,300.
Strike reported in Shiraz
Iranian state media said a U.S.–Israeli airstrike early Sunday targeted a low-income residential area in Shiraz, destroying several housing units belonging to workers and families supported by the state welfare system.
Several people were reportedly injured, though no deaths were confirmed. There was no immediate comment from the U.S. or Israel.
Switzerland blocks U.S. reconnaissance flights
Neutral Switzerland said it refused permission for two U.S. reconnaissance aircraft to overfly its territory due to neutrality laws restricting military flights connected to conflicts. However, it allowed two U.S. transport planes to pass through its airspace for non-combat purposes.
Iranian Guard threatens Israeli leader
Iran’s powerful Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps vowed to pursue and kill Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he remains alive, according to Iran’s state news agency IRNA.
More missiles launched toward Israel
The Israeli military said Iran launched another wave of missiles toward Israel, triggering air raid sirens in several areas.
UAE rejects Iranian accusation
Presidential adviser Anwar Gargash criticized Iran’s claim that attacks on Kharg Island were launched from the UAE, calling the allegation misguided and lacking sound judgment.
Fresh attacks reported in Gulf states
Air raid sirens sounded in Bahrain ahead of an attack early Sunday. The UAE also reported a missile strike and urged residents to take shelter.
Saudi Arabia said its defenses intercepted and destroyed 10 drones over Riyadh and the country’s eastern region.
Iran blames enemy for regional attacks
Iran’s joint military command accused “the enemy” — a term it commonly uses for the U.S. and Israel — of using imitation Iranian drones to attack neighboring states such as Turkey, Iraq and Kuwait to frame Tehran. No evidence was provided.
Missile attack reported in UAE
Authorities in the UAE confirmed a missile attack early Sunday and advised residents to remain in secure locations.
U.S. identifies victims of aircraft crash
The U.S. Defense Department said six service members died when a refueling aircraft crashed in western Iraq while supporting operations related to the Iran conflict. The victims included Maj. John A. Klinner, Capt. Ariana G. Savino, Tech. Sgt. Ashley B. Pruitt, Capt. Seth R. Koval, Capt. Curtis J. Angst and Tech. Sgt. Tyler H. Simmons.
Sirens heard in Tel Aviv
Air raid sirens sounded in Tel Aviv early Sunday after Iran launched another round of missiles toward Israel, with loud explosions heard across the city.