Iran attacks US allies in Middle East in second week of renewed conflict
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Iran launched attacks against US allies in the Middle East, including Kuwait, as US strikes on Iran entered a second week. Kuwait accused Iran of targeting civilian infrastructure like a power and desalination plant. The conflict escalated over the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns about regional stability and water security.
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The desalination plant is critical for drinking water supply.
Iran launched attacks against US allies in the Middle East.
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Iran targeted civilian sites and vital infrastructure in Kuwait.
The Guardian- The desalination plant is critical for drinking water supply.
- 90% of Kuwait's drinking water comes from desalination.
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Loaded language removed<p>Kuwait says civilian sites and infrastructure targeted, Jordan downs missiles and sirens sound in Bahrain as Iran responds to US strikes</p><p>Iran launched a wave of attacks against US allies in the Middle East, as the renewal of US strikes on Iran entered a second week and fighting escalated over the strait of Hormuz.</p><p>Kuwait has accused Iran of targeting civilian sites and vital infrastructure in the country, such as a power and water desalination plant.
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Iran targeted civilian sites and vital infrastructure in Kuwait.
The GuardianIran launched attacks against US allies in the Middle East.
The GuardianKuwait relies on desalinated water for about 90% of its drinking water.
The GuardianThe renewal of US strikes on Iran entered a second week.
The GuardianFighting escalated over the Strait of Hormuz.
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