The alleged offensive has reportedly expanded beyond Israel, with additional missile activity targeting United States and allied military installations across the Gulf region. Sources describe strikes on facilities in Kuwait, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, and Saudi Arabia. In response, Israel and the United States are said to have conducted counterstrikes against Iranian military bases and nuclear-related sites. Israeli defense systems, including the Iron Dome and Arrow-3 interceptors, have reportedly neutralized many incoming projectiles; however, evolving Iranian tactics continue to place significant pressure on these layered defenses.