CENTCOM says it intercepted Iranian missiles targeting forces in Kuwait

Published: 2026/06/01 5:52 PM

Updated: 2026/06/01 5:56 PM

This image shows a U.S. Navy destroyer firing a missile as part of Operation Epic Fury in early 2026.

Washington, June 01 (SANA) The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said Monday that its forces intercepted two Iranian ballistic missiles aimed at American troops deployed in Kuwait.

In a post on X, CENTCOM said the interception took place at around 11:00 p.m. Eastern Time, when U.S. forces successfully shot down the missiles before they reached their target.

Last night at 11 p.m. ET, U.S. forces successfully intercepted two Iranian ballistic missiles targeting American forces based in Kuwait. These missiles were immediately defeated and no American personnel were harmed.

U.S. Central Command remains vigilant and will continue to…
— U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) June 1, 2026

It confirmed that no casualties were reported among U.S. personnel following the incident.
CENTCOM added that it remains vigilant and will continue to protect its forces from any Iranian aggression while supporting efforts to maintain the ceasefire.

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