Bahrain Accuses Iran of Targeting Civilians as Air Defenses Intercept Attacks
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At a glance
- Bahrain's Defense Force announced its air defense systems intercepted and repelled new Iranian attacks targeting the Kingdom.
- Bahrain accused Iran of a "systematic hostile campaign" involving attacks aimed at civilians, calling it a violation of international humanitarian law.
- All military units remain on high alert to protect the Kingdom, and residents are urged to report any suspicious objects.
Bahrain's Defense Force reported on Saturday that its air defense systems successfully intercepted and repelled new Iranian attacks targeting the Kingdom.
In a statement, the General Command of the Bahrain Defense Force (BDF) declared that Iran is continuing what it described as a "systematic hostile campaign." This campaign involves attacks deliberately aimed at civilians within Bahrain. The BDF emphasized that such actions represent a serious violation of international humanitarian law.
Iran was continuing what it described as a 'systematic hostile campaign' involving attacks aimed at civilians inside Bahrain.
The BDF confirmed that all military units are maintaining the highest level of readiness and are on full defensive alert to ensure the protection of the Kingdom and its residents. The statement highlighted the deliberate targeting of civilians and private property through missiles and drones as a grave breach of international norms.
Citizens and residents were urged to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious or unidentified objects found after the attacks immediately to the relevant authorities. The Defense Force reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to safeguarding Bahrain's security and responding decisively to any threats directed against the Kingdom.
The deliberate targeting of civilians and private property through missiles and drones represents a serious violation of international humanitarian law.
Originally published by Arab Times. Summarized and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.