The United States has carried out what it described as “self-defence strikes” on Iranian radar and drone control facilities located in Goruk and Qeshm Island over the weekend, further escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran.
According to the US Central Command (CENTCOM), the strikes were launched in response to what it called aggressive actions by Iran, including the reported downing of an American MQ-1 Predator drone operating over international waters.
"US Central Command (CENTCOM) conducted self-defence strikes on Iranian radar and command and control sites for drones in Goruk, Iran, and Qeshm Island this weekend," CENTCOM said in a post on X.
US says drone shootdown triggered response
CENTCOM stated that American fighter aircraft targeted Iranian air defences, a ground control station and two one-way attack drones during the operation. It also said no US military personnel were injured during the strikes.
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The latest developments come as both countries remain engaged in discussions aimed at extending a ceasefire agreement and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a strategically important shipping route.
— U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) June 1, 2026
The US and Iran had also exchanged strikes last week. Iran reportedly targeted a US airbase after American forces carried out operations near the Strait of Hormuz targeting an Iranian drone operation.
Iran claims retaliatory strike
Iranian media, citing the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), reported that Iranian forces launched retaliatory action after a telecom tower on Sirik Island in Hormozgan province was struck.
“Following the aggression of the US army on a communication tower on Sirik Island in Hormozgan Province an hour ago, the IRGC Aerospace Force fighters targeted the airbase where the aggression originated, and the predicted targets were destroyed,” the IRGC reportedly said, as quoted by NDTV.
Iranian reports did not specify the exact location of the targeted airbase, though it was believed to refer to an attack connected to Kuwait.
Kuwait intercepts incoming fire
Kuwait said its air defences intercepted incoming drones and missiles early Monday morning. No group immediately claimed responsibility, though suspicion has fallen on Iran or Iran-backed militias operating in Iraq.
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Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi said Tehran continues to exchange messages with the US regarding efforts to end the conflict.
