US intercepts Iranian attacks as Israel continues to bomb Lebanon

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The U.S. military intercepted seven ballistic missiles fired toward Kuwait and Bahrain, according to Central Command, as Israel pressed ahead with bombing campaigns in Lebanon. The Iranian attack marked an escalation in regional tensions, though details remained limited on casualties or damage. The interceptions underscored deepening U.S. military involvement in the Middle East standoff, even as Israeli operations continued across the border with Lebanon. The sequence of events highlighted how quickly the conflict was drawing in multiple parties across the region.