Iran’s latest strike wave is raising fresh alarms across the Gulf, with the IRGC claiming hits on key U.S. and allied targets. From alleged airbase strikes to claims of downing an F-16, the battlefield narrative is rapidly intensifying. Saudi defences scramble as drones fill the skies, while new warnings from Tehran hint at even bigger attacks ahead. At the same time, Ukraine’s growing role in Gulf defence adds another layer to an already complex conflict. With both sides pushing bold claims, the war appears to be entering a far more dangerous and unpredictable phase.