ERBIL, Kurdistan Region of Iraq – The US military on Monday said that its forces intercepted two Iranian missiles targeting American troops in Kuwait the night prior, resulting in no injuries. 

In a statement, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) said that its “forces successfully intercepted two Iranian ballistic missiles targeting American forces based in Kuwait.” 

Kuwait on Monday renewed its condemnation of the “repeated Iranian attacks,” describing them as a “dangerous escalation and a direct threat to the country’s security and stability.” 

“These missiles were immediately defeated and no American personnel were harmed,” CENTCOM asserted. 

Kuwait further held Iran “fully responsible for the attacks,” reaffirming its right to take necessary measures to protect its territory and national security.

Earlier in the day, the Kuwaiti army announced that its air defenses were responding to “hostile missile and drone threats” and urged the public to adhere to safety and security instructions.

On Monday, the US said that it conducted “self-defense strikes” on Iranian radar and command sites for drones in Goruk and Qeshm Island over the weekend, with Tehran warning of a harsh response if repeated. 

US President Donald Trump on Saturday said he is “in no hurry” to make a deal with Iran, adding that military action against the country is still on the table, as the two warring sides move closer towards a potential deal.

Although the ceasefire brokered in April largely stopped hostilities between the warring sides, flare-ups in the Strait of Hormuz have led to minor clashes.