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Trump and Hegseth claim control amid Kuwait attack warning and Hormuz tensions
International
Published on 13 May 2026
Kuwait says Iran tried striking Bubiyan island
Kuwait alleges Iran attempted an attack on Bubiyan Island as U.S. President Donald Trump visits China and Persian Gulf tensions keep rising. The Strait of Hormuz remains central to concerns over shipping and security, with Israel deploying air defense near the UAE. Norway also reports stranded vessels due to disruptions, underscoring how fast the crisis could escalate.
- Kuwait alleges an Iran-linked attack attempt on Bubiyan Island
- Ceasefire talks are stalled as U.S. figures claim operational control
- Israel deploys air defense around the UAE amid heightened Gulf risks
- Shipping disruptions leave vessels stranded, spotlighting Hormuz vulnerability
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