US-Israel strikes on Iran enter 9th day, Kuwait border guards killed
The US-Israel war against Iran entered its ninth day on Sunday, with strikes intensifying and casualties rising, primarily in Iran. Over 1,300 people have been confirmed dead. Kuwait reported two border guards killed and fuel tanks at Kuwait International Airport hit by Iranian drones, triggering a major fire. Qatar confirmed 10 ballistic missiles and two cruise missiles were intercepted. Saudi Arabia intercepted 15 drones, including an attempted attack on Riyadh's diplomatic quarter. Iran's President Pezeshkian apologized to Gulf states but faced backlash from hardliners who insist attacks on territories used for attacks will continue. Trump vowed to destroy Iran's military and leadership, rejecting UK carrier offers and demanding unconditional surrender. Israel struck Iran's fuel depots near Tehran, expanding the campaign to target energy infrastructure.