Iran intensified its missile campaign against major Gulf cities including Doha, Dubai, and Manama, as well as Jerusalem, following the killing of its Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei by US-Israeli air raids. The resulting unrest in Pakistan led to dozens of deaths and prompted the US to suspend visa services.
Key points
- Explosions were heard in Doha, Dubai, Manama, and Jerusalem; air raid sirens sounded in Tel Aviv.
- Iran’s Revolutionary Guards announced a “large-scale” attack, marking the third consecutive day of strikes.
- In Bahrain, one person was killed in the latest Iranian strikes.
- The UAE defense ministry reported three deaths (Pakistani, Nepalese, Bangladeshi nationals) and 58 injuries since the start of Iran’s strikes.
- Pakistan imposed nationwide security restrictions, including curfews and bans on protests, after violent protests left at least 44 dead.
- US Marine guards reportedly killed 11 people in Karachi after protesters stormed the US Consulate, leading the US to suspend visa services in Pakistan.
Why it matters
The strikes on Gulf capitals challenge their image of stability and force them into a difficult position regarding retaliation, while the fallout in Pakistan highlights regional instability following the death of Iran's Supreme Leader.
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