Bahrain’s Ministry of Interior has urged citizens and residents across the Kingdom to remain calm and move to the nearest safe place, while closely following news and updates through official channels as part of measures aimed at protecting public safety amid an existing security threat.

The ministry stressed the importance of following official instructions and relying on verified information, while avoiding rumors or unconfirmed reports, as authorities continue to provide updates and guidance regarding the security situation.

In a related development, Bahrain’s air defense systems successfully intercepted and destroyed an Iranian drone in the Kingdom’s airspace, highlighting the readiness of the country’s defense systems to respond to aerial threats and protect Bahraini airspace.

The development comes as the Ministry of Interior continues to call on citizens and residents to exercise caution, remain calm and move to safe locations whenever necessary, while emphasizing the importance of obtaining information exclusively through official channels.

The ministry called on everyone to cooperate with the authorities and follow all issued instructions to protect their safety and the safety of the wider community, as the relevant authorities continue to deal with the security developments according to established procedures.