Bahrain Intercepts 153 Missiles, 301 Drones Amid Iranian Hostilities

24/03/2026

MANAMA, Mar 24: The Bahrain Defence Force General Command announced that the kingdom’s air defence systems have successfully intercepted and destroyed 153 ballistic missiles and 301 drones since the start of Iranian-hosted attacks.

The Command praised the “exceptional combat readiness and operational excellence” of its personnel and confirmed that Bahrain’s airspace continues to be secure.

Authorities urged the public to avoid affected areas and any suspicious objects, refrain from filming military operations or debris sites, avoid sharing unverified information, and rely only on official channels for updates and advisories.