What They’re Saying About the Iran War—June 6, 2026

U.S.

President Donald Trump | Press Interview

“There are things they [the Iranian regime] never thought they’d be doing that they’re going to have to do. . . . You’re talking about 47 years of getting away with whatever they wanted. This should’ve been done long ago. This should’ve been done by other presidents or other countries.”

Central Command | X

“U.S. forces intercepted multiple Iranian ballistic missiles and drones launched by Iran toward the Strait of Hormuz and Gulf neighbors, June 5. Iran fired seven ballistic missiles toward Kuwait and Bahrain hours after U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) shot down four Iranian one-way attack drones that were launched toward the Strait of Hormuz. The attack drones posed an immediate threat to regional maritime traffic. U.S. forces subsequently struck Iranian coastal surveillance radar sites in Goruk and on Qeshm Island to defend against further maritime attacks. Initial assessments indicate six of the missiles launched by Iran were intercepted and a seventh did not reach its intended target. There are currently no reports of harm to U.S. personnel, and Iranian claims of damaging U.S. 5th fleet headquarters in Bahrain are false. CENTCOM forces remain vigilant and postured to continue responding to unwarranted Iranian aggression in self-defense.”

Senate Intelligence Committee Chairman Tom Cotton | X

“Iran has never won a war, but has never lost a negotiation. The United States military stands ready to finish the job if Tehran doesn’t quickly come to their senses.”

IRAN

Aliakbar Velayati, International Affairs Adviser to the Supreme Leader | X

“1) The West's long-feared nightmare has materialized Iran’s rising power has reshaped the #strategic map. Reuters & The Guardian now admit Trump needs a temporary deal to reopen #Hormuz. This is the collapse of the ‘Iran pressure’ doctrine and a victory for the resistance.

“2) 2) Yet a graver strategic blunder is being made by those in the #region clinging to the illusion of appeasement. The new geometry of power will NOT be built on weakening the resistance.

“3) ‘Diplomatic wishful thinking carries a heavy price  —lasting peace grows from a balance of power, not from hollow, unbacked commitments.’ #Geopolitics #MiddleEast”

Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi | X

“Based on [Lebanese President Joseph] Aoun’s comments, one would think it’s Iran that has occupied 1/5 of Lebanon, displaced 1/4 of Lebanese and bombing his country on daily basis. Had Lebanon been bargaining chip for Iran, we’d have a deal long ago. Save Lebanon from your real foe, Mr. President.”

GULF STATES

Saudi Foreign Ministry | Press Release

“The Foreign Ministry reiterates the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s condemnation and denunciation, in the strongest terms, of the malicious Iranian attacks and blatant violations of the sovereignty of the brotherly Kingdom of Bahrain and the brotherly State of Kuwait, which constitute a threat to regional and international security.”

UAE Foreign Ministry | Statement

“The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms terrorist drone and missile attacks by Iran targeting the State of Kuwait. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed that these terrorist attacks constitute a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of Kuwait and a threat to its security and stability.”

UAE Foreign Ministry | Statement

“The UAE has condemned in the strongest terms the terrorist ballistic missile and drone attacks by Iran targeting the Kingdom of Bahrain. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed that these terrorist attacks constitute a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of the Kingdom of Bahrain and a threat to its security and stability.”

Qatari Foreign Ministry | Statement

“The State of Qatar strongly condemns the repeated Iranian attacks on the State of Kuwait and the Kingdom of Bahrain, considering them a blatant violation of the sovereignty of both countries and a flagrant breach of international law. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs stresses the need to spare the region the repercussions of these unjustified attacks and to work towards de-escalation in order to restore regional and international security and stability.”

Kuwaiti Foreign Ministry | Statement

“The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expresses the State of Kuwait's condemnation and denunciation, in the strongest terms, of the sinful and repeated Iranian aggressions, the latest of which occurred at dawn today, in a brazen assault that disregards international demands calling for an end to these practices and shows utter indifference to the direct threat they pose to the lives of citizens and residents, as well as to the security and stability of the region. The Ministry affirms that these aggressions constitute a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of the State of Kuwait, its security, and the integrity of its territories, as well as a blatant breach of the rules of international law, the United Nations Charter, and Security Council Resolution 2817 of 2026. They also represent a dangerous escalation that drives the region toward further tension and turmoil, at a time when the international community is exerting tireless efforts to halt combat operations and spare the region additional escalation, emphasizing that these aggressions cannot be justified or accepted under any pretext.”

Kuwaiti Foreign Ministry | Statement

“The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expresses the State of Kuwait's condemnation and strong denunciation of the reprehensible Iranian aggressions to which the sisterly Kingdom of Bahrain has been subjected, which represent a clear disregard for the sovereignty of states and a direct assault on the security of the Kingdom of Bahrain, its stability, and the safety of its people. The Ministry affirms that these aggressions constitute an extremely dangerous escalation and reveal a hostile approach in dealing with neighboring countries, undermining opportunities for de-escalation and pushing the region toward further tension.”  

Kuwait Army General Headquarters | Statement

“The official spokesperson for the Ministry of Defense, Brigadier General Saud Abdulaziz Al-Otaibi, stated that the armed forces detected and responded at dawn today to (7) hostile ballistic missiles within Kuwaiti airspace, which were intercepted over several residential areas, resulting in the fall of some debris. The Iranian criminal aggression caused material damage with no human casualties.”