13/04/2026
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13/04/2026
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MANAMA, Apr 13: The General Command of the Bahrain Defense Force announced that all units and weapon systems are currently at the highest levels of readiness and defensive preparedness.
In a statement, the force said that since the beginning of what it described as Iranian attacks, it has successfully intercepted and destroyed 194 missiles and 523 drones targeting Bahrain. The last recorded strikes were on April 11, when a total of 194 missiles and 516 drones were reported.
The statement added that the country’s air defence and military units continue to operate at maximum alert to address any further threats.
The announcement comes amid heightened regional tensions involving Iran and neighbouring states, with Gulf security forces maintaining elevated defensive postures in response to evolving developments.