Manama: The air defence systems of the Bahrain Defence Force (BDF) have successfully intercepted and destroyed a total of 188 ballistic missiles and 445 drones that were targeting Bahrain. These incidents have occurred since the onset of Iranian aggression, marking a significant escalation in regional tensions.
According to Emirates News Agency, the BDF's General Command released a statement via the Bahrain News Agency. The statement underscored that the targeting of civilian areas and private property using ballistic missiles and drones is a clear violation of international humanitarian law and the United Nations Charter.
The statement further noted that these indiscriminate attacks pose a direct threat to regional peace and security. The ongoing conflict and the response by Bahrain underline the fragile security situation in the region and the challenges faced by nations in maintaining sovereignty and protecting civilians.