- 38,656 viewsDuration: 4:32President William Ruto has condemned the missile strikes targeting American bases in the Gulf region as the Middle East War escalates. The head of state says attacks on the Gulf states pose a grave threat to international peace and security, calling for engagements that will open talks for de-escalation. But in a quick rejoinder, the Islamic Republic of Iran's Ambassador to Kenya, Ali Gholampour, said Iran is only defending itself from US-Israeli aggression by targeting American assets spread out in the Gulf region. As Seth Orlalre reports, the crisis has already unleashed significant disruptions across the globe after several countries closed their airspace, and airlines suspended travel, canceling thousands of flights and leaving tens of thousands of passengers stranded.