Iran’s attacks troubled America, 16 military bases in 8 countries destroyed, now soldiers forced to stay in hotels

Iran and its allies have launched strong attacks on US military bases in the Middle East. At least 16 American sites located in 8 different countries have suffered heavy damage in these attacks. The situation is so serious that many military bases are no longer usable and American soldiers have had to temporarily shift to hotels and offices.

In which countries the attacks took place and what was the loss?

According to a CNN investigation, the attacks occurred during the conflict that began on February 28. Iran and its supported groups have targeted strategic targets.

• Affected countries: Kuwait, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Iraq and Qatar.
• Major locations: Qatar’s Al Udeid Air Base, Bahrain’s Naval Support Activity and Kuwait’s Camp Buehring.
• Destroyed Equipment: American E-3 Sentry surveillance aircraft, radar systems, and critical communications equipment (radomes) are completely destroyed or damaged.

Cost of attacks and techniques used

Acting Pentagon Comptroller Jules Hurst III said that this entire conflict has cost American taxpayers approximately $25 billion. The New York Times reports that the renovation of the US Navy’s Fifth Fleet headquarters alone could cost $200 million.

Iran used TEE-014 satellite purchased from China for these attacks, which gave them the exact location of American targets. US Assistant Secretary of Defense Mark Berkowitz has admitted that their missile defense system failed to stop hypersonic weapons and modern cruise missiles.

Latest situation and Iran’s warning

Currently many American soldiers have been removed from their bases and kept in hotels, which is now being called a situation of remote war. Although the Trump administration has claimed that the war with Iran is over, Iran has objected to this. Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh has made it clear that their target is only American assets. Iran has warned that if the US launches attacks again, the response will be even longer and more painful. Recently on 29 April 2026, an Iranian F-5 fighter plane bombed Camp Buehring base in Kuwait and returned safely.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How many US bases have been damaged in Iran’s attacks?

At least 16 US military bases in 8 countries have been damaged in the attacks by Iran and its allies, some of which are now completely useless.

How much economic loss has America suffered in these attacks?

According to the Pentagon, this conflict has cost about $25 billion, while the repair of the Fifth Fleet Headquarters alone is estimated to cost $200 million.