The Bahrain Defence Force General Command last night announced that its air defence systems have successfully intercepted and destroyed 106 ballistic missiles and 176 drones directed at Bahrain, since the onset of Iranian hostilities.
It commended the exceptional combat readiness and operational excellence demonstrated by its personnel throughout this period, and affirmed that Bahrain’s airspace remains protected.
It advised people to stay away from affected areas and any suspicious objects, refrain from filming military operations or debris sites, avoid spreading unverified information, and rely solely on official sources for updates and advisories.
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