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Iran launches retaliatory strikes across Gulf region

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March 1, 2026

Many Gulf countries host American military bases. Tehran says it views all US interests, bases and centers of influence as legitimate targets as it responds to joint attacks on its territory by the US and Israel.

Iran's retaliatory missile and drone strikes shattered Dubai's image as a safe luxury hub, hitting a hotel on Palm Island and triggering regional alarm.

The UAE and Qatar intercepted most of the 300-plus projectiles, condemning the attacks as violations of their sovereignty. Jordan and other Arab states also denounced Iran as airspace closures stranded thousands of travelers.

Melissa Kent Award-winning Canadian broadcast news and current affairs journalist
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