DAILY INTEL BRIEF — JUNE 11, 2026
Bottom line: Iran launched ballistic missiles and drones at US bases in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan while enforcing the Strait of Hormuz closure, as the United States conducted a second day of airstrikes on Iranian military targets.
1. IRAN STRIKES US BASES
▸ Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps launched ballistic missiles and drones at US facilities in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan.
▸ Air defenses intercepted many projectiles, though debris struck residential areas in Manama and Hamad Town, injuring an 11-year-old girl.
▸ Iran claimed strikes on 18 targets at US bases and launched 12 missiles at Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan.
2. STRAIT OF HORMUZ CLOSED
▸ Iran's military command ordered the complete closure of the Strait of Hormuz to all shipping.
▸ Iranian forces struck two vessels attempting passage and attacked a third Indian-owned tanker in the Gulf of Oman.
▸ Kuwait closed its airspace due to ongoing Iranian drone and missile activity.
3. US AIRSTRIKES ON IRAN
▸ The United States launched airstrikes on IRGC sites in Karaj, Tehran, Bandar Abbas, Abyek, Sirik, and Qeshm Island.
▸ US forces fired 49 Tomahawk missiles and conducted strikes on air defenses, radars, and naval bases across at least 16 locations.
▸ US Central Command confirmed precision strikes on targets threatening US forces and commercial shipping.
4. TRUMP STATEMENTS
▸ President Trump stated the United States will conduct larger airstrikes tonight and will continue operations until Iran's surrender.
▸ Trump claimed direct talks with Iranian leaders while directing strikes on Iranian navy, air force, and air defense facilities.
Watch next:
▸ Further Iranian missile launches from Isfahan and additional US strikes on energy infrastructure.
▸ Status of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and any new vessel incidents.
▸ Reports of explosions in southern Iran and Bahrain.
How will the closure of the Strait of Hormuz affect global oil supplies in the coming days?