Gulf Officials Signal Possible Direct Strikes on Iranian Missile and Drone Launch Sites Amid Mounting Frustration Over Continued Attacks

Officials in the Gulf are signalling increased impatience with absorbing repeated Iranian strikes, and there is growing discussion of shifting from purely defensive measures to more assertive actions.

Rather than solely intercepting incoming missiles and drones, some Gulf leaders have suggested the option of striking back at the sources of those attacks by hitting missile and drone launch infrastructure inside Iran.

This reflects frustration with continuing assaults and a desire to reduce Tehran’s capacity to threaten their territory and economic stability.