The Kuwait has called on residents to stay in their homes on Tuesday night into Wednesday, while Bahrain’s main port decided to suspend its activities on Wednesday.
Published on: 07/04/2026 23:11 Updated on: 07/04/2026 23:40 Reading time: 1 minute
A strike due to hit the Iranian capital, Tehran, was anticipated by many neighboring nations such as Kuwait and Bahrain. The United States issued an ultimatum against Iran to expire on April 7th at 8:00 PM Washington time. Preventive measures are being implemented in the region, with Iran stating preparedness for all scenarios and even forming human chains to protect power plants. Fear and tension grip residents in Tehran, with the US warning of unprecedented bombing if the Strait of Hormuz is not unblocked.
On the other side of the Persian Gulf, neighboring countries are preparing for potential conflict. Kuwait has urged citizens to stay indoors from midnight on Tuesday until 6 AM on Wednesday. Bahrain’s main port operations will be temporarily halted starting Wednesday. In response to security concerns, the US embassy in Riyadh advised reconsidering the annual Muslim pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia.
[Context: Tensions rise in the Middle East as the US issues ultimatums against Iran.] [Fact Check: Verify the information from reputable sources due to the sensitive nature of the topic.]
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