Iran Has Deliberately Struck Dozens Critical Infrastructure Sites Across The Gulf Since The U.S. War Began: Report

Smoke and flames rise from an energy installation in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates, on March 14, 2026. A Reuters investigation identified at least 135 missile and drone strikes on 84 critical infrastructure sites across the Gulf since the war began in February. (Credit: Getty Images)

Iran and Iranian-backed armed groups have carried out at least 135 missile and drone strikes on 84 critical infrastructure sites across the Gulf since the war began in February, damaging oil facilities, airports, pipelines and power stations in attacks that have disrupted major industries and energy exports.

The strikes have affected infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Iraq, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman and Bahrain, with some facilities repeatedly targeted and others facing lengthy shutdowns.