Bahrain's Ministry of Defense announced that its air defense systems successfully intercepted and destroyed Iranian attacks targeting the Kingdom's airspace, reaffirming the armed forces' readiness to protect the country's security and sovereignty.

Bahrain's Ministry of Defense announced that the Kingdom's air defense systems successfully intercepted and destroyed a number of Iranian aerial attacks targeting Bahrain's airspace, reaffirming the Armed Forces' full readiness to protect the country's security, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.
According to the ministry, the air defense systems responded immediately after detecting the hostile targets, successfully neutralizing them in accordance with the Kingdom's approved defensive plans. The operation was carried out efficiently, preventing the attacks from reaching their intended objectives and ensuring the protection of Bahrain's airspace.
The Ministry of Defense emphasized that all military units and defense assets remain at the highest level of operational readiness and continue to perform their duties around the clock to safeguard the Kingdom, its citizens, residents, and vital infrastructure against any potential threats.
The ministry also confirmed that the Bahraini Armed Forces are working in close coordination with the relevant authorities to closely monitor the security situation and respond promptly to any developments in line with established defense and emergency procedures.
Citizens and residents were urged to follow all safety instructions issued by the competent authorities, rely exclusively on official government channels for updates, and refrain from circulating rumors or unverified information that could cause unnecessary concern.
The Ministry of Defense reiterated that protecting Bahrain's national security and sovereignty remains its highest priority, stressing that the Armed Forces are fully prepared to confront any threat targeting the Kingdom.
The statement comes as Bahrain continues to closely monitor regional security developments while maintaining a high state of military readiness and implementing all necessary measures to preserve national security, public safety, and stability.