The General Command of the Bahrain Defense Force has announced the results of defensive operations carried out since the beginning of the Iranian attacks confirming that air defense systems successfully intercepted and destroyed large numbers of missiles and drones targeting the kingdom’s airspace According to an official statement the Bahrain Defense Force managed to intercept and destroy a total of one hundred and six missiles in addition to one hundred and seventy seven drones during ongoing monitoring and interception operations conducted by the air defense units These operations form part of the broader defensive measures aimed at protecting the national airspace safeguarding the population and maintaining stability across the Kingdom of Bahrain amid the ongoing security developments in the region.

The General Command explained in its official statement carried by the Bahrain News Agency BNA that the armed forces continue to perform their national duty in defending the country and confronting aerial threats targeting Bahraini airspace The statement emphasized that air defense systems remain on high alert and operate with a high level of readiness to detect and intercept any hostile targets attempting to enter the kingdom’s airspace stressing that these defensive measures are part of legitimate military actions designed to protect the country and ensure the safety of citizens and residents while preserving national security and stability.

The Bahrain Defense Force also called on all citizens and residents to strictly adhere to safety measures including staying at home and avoiding leaving their residences except in cases of extreme necessity while maintaining the highest levels of caution to protect themselves and their families The statement further urged the public to keep a safe distance from any locations that may have been affected by falling debris from intercepted missiles or drones and to avoid approaching any suspicious objects that may be discovered in different areas in order to prevent potential risks or injuries.

In addition the General Command urged the public not to photograph or record military operations or share images and videos related to defense activities or debris impact sites emphasizing the importance of refraining from spreading rumors or circulating unverified information on social media platforms Such actions could negatively affect ongoing security efforts The authorities stressed the importance of relying only on official sources for information and following updates issued by government institutions and official media channels which provide verified information alerts and warnings to the public.

The Bahrain Defense Force concluded its statement by affirming that the use of ballistic missiles and drones to target civilian facilities and private property constitutes a clear violation of international humanitarian law and the Charter of the United Nations The statement described these indiscriminate attacks as criminal actions that pose a direct threat to regional peace and security while reaffirming that Bahrain will continue to take all necessary measures to defend its sovereignty protect national security and ensure the safety and stability of society in the face of such threats.