Iran launched a fresh wave of missile and drone strikes on September 2, 2026, targeting U.S. military facilities in Arab Gulf states including Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan, and the UAE, in direct retaliation for prior American strikes on Iranian territory. These actions followed a month-long lull in major exchanges and form part of broader regional escalation tied to U.S.-Iran hostilities. Arab governments including Qatar, Egypt, and Jordan issued immediate condemnations, highlighting violations of sovereignty and risks to diplomatic efforts. Traders monitor ongoing IRGC claims, air defense interceptions, and any signals of further Iranian operations or negotiated pauses within resolution windows, as confirmed strikes on qualifying Arab countries determine market outcomes under the defined criteria for qualifying military actions.