Bahrain’s military said its air defence systems have successfully shot down 194 ballistic missiles and 515 drones since Iran began its attacks on the Kingdom, as the Gulf state’s forces continue to repel successive waves of what the military described as “hostile terrorist aggression.”
The Bahrain Defence Force (BDF) General Command said its personnel have maintained exceptional combat readiness throughout the offensive, adding that “the Kingdom’s skies remain secure.”
Authorities urged the public to stay away from affected areas and any suspicious objects, warning residents against filming military operations or debris sites and cautioning against spreading unverified information. Officials asked citizens to rely solely on government and official media channels for updates.
The BDF also condemned the use of ballistic missiles and drones against civilian areas and private property as a ‘flagrant violation of international humanitarian law and the United Nations Charter,’ warning that the attacks pose a direct threat to regional peace and security.
