On July 18, 2026, the head of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Jasem Mohamed al-Budaiwi, condemned Iranian attacks on multiple countries in the region, including Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan. He accused Iran of committing war crimes by deliberately targeting infrastructure and civilian facilities, violating international law and the UN Charter. The GCC, which includes six Gulf nations, emphasized the need for international accountability. In Jordan, U.S. military officials confirmed that two soldiers were killed and one is missing after Iranian missile and drone attacks. Four other U.S. service members were hospitalized but later released. Meanwhile, Iran’s new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, issued messages praising the resilience of Iranian military and civilians affected by the attacks, concluding with calls for national unity.
Bias read (Center): The article presents statements from both the GCC and Iran, providing direct quotes from officials on both sides without overtly favoring one perspective. It does not employ loaded language or selectively omit context, maintaining a balanced tone.
