Siren Sounds in Bahrain; Public Urged to Seek Shelter; US Embassy Warns of Possible Threats in Central Manama

20/07/2026

Siren Sounds in Bahrain; Public Urged to Seek Shelter; US Embassy Warns of Possible Threats in Central Manama

MANAMA, Jul 20: Authorities in Bahrain activated air raid sirens, urging citizens and residents to remain calm and immediately head to the nearest safe place.

An official alert advised the public to follow safety instructions and remain in secure locations until further notice. No immediate details were provided on the reason for the alert or whether any threats or incidents had occurred. Authorities are expected to issue further updates as the situation develops.

The U.S. Embassy in Bahrain has issued a security alert warning that it has received information suggesting Iran may seek to target unspecified locations in central Manama.

In the advisory, the embassy urged all American citizens in Bahrain to remain vigilant, closely follow instructions issued by local authorities, and review the latest security guidance provided by the embassy.

The alert did not identify specific locations or indicate the timing of any potential threat. Bahraini authorities have not immediately commented on the advisory, and the situation remains under close monitoring.