Iran releases 'hit list' of 8 major bridges in Gulf
What's the story
Iran has released a list of eight major bridges across the Gulf and Jordan, hinting they could be targeted in retaliation for a recent US-Israeli strike. The B1 bridge near Karaj was destroyed by an airstrike, killing at least eight civilians and injuring dozens. The 136-meter-high B1 bridge was supposed to link Tehran to the western city of Karaj. This is the first time since the war started that a civilian structure has been attacked.
Bridge destruction
B1 bridge vital link between Tehran and Karaj
The B1 bridge, a vital link between Tehran and Karaj, was recently opened and still under construction. It was hit twice within an hour, causing part of the bridge to collapse. At least eight people were killed in the attack, including locals and travelers who had come for Nature Day. Another 95 people were also injured.
Escalating tensions
Trump claimed destruction of 'biggest bridge in Iran'
US President Donald Trump shared footage of the destruction on social media, saying "the biggest bridge in Iran" had been destroyed. He warned that there was "much more to follow" and urged Iran to "make a deal before it is too late." In response, Iranian media released names of bridges that could be targeted if hostilities continue.
Twitter Post
Iran releases target list
🚨🚨 IRAN JUST RELEASED A TARGET LIST OF 8 BRIDGES ACROSS 4 COUNTRIES. THIS CHANGES EVERYTHING.
— 🇦🇪 Khalid Al-Mansouri خالد (@KhalidAlMans_) April 2, 2026
🇰🇼 Sheikh Jaber Al Ahmad Al Sabah Bridge — TARGETED.
36 km over water. Kuwait's northern lifeline. No alternative route.
🇸🇦 King Fahd Causeway — TARGETED.
ONLY road between Saudi… pic.twitter.com/DHcnxNlFnr
Strategic infrastructure
List includes major bridges in Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Jordan
The list includes the Sheikh Jaber Al Ahmad Al Sabah Bridge in Kuwait, a vital northern lifeline. The King Fahd Causeway, connecting Saudi Arabia to Bahrain, was also named. In the UAE, three major bridges in Abu Dhabi were mentioned: Sheikh Zayed Bridge, Al Maqta Bridge and Sheikh Khalifa Bridge. Jordan's list included King Hussein Bridge (Allenby Bridge), Damia Bridge and Abdoun Bridge.