Saudi Arabia formally condemned Iran’s missile and drone strikes targeting Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan on June 10, calling the attacks a direct threat to regional stability. The Gulf Cooperation Council followed with its own statement, labeling the strikes a “flagrant violation” of international law and demanding free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.

What happened in the Gulf

Iran launched coordinated missile and drone attacks against three countries: Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan. The strikes occurred within the broader context of escalating US-Iran tensions that have defined much of 2026’s geopolitical landscape.

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a forceful response, with the GCC…