Bahrain issues alert; urges citizens to head to safe locations
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Bahrain’s air defense systems intercepted and destroyed Iranian drones over the kingdom early Sunday, Bahraini newspaper Al-Ayam reported, as the Interior Ministry issued a security alert urging citizens and residents to seek safe locations.
The newspaper did not specify how many drones were intercepted or whether the incident caused any casualties or damage.
In a statement posted on X, the Interior Ministry urged citizens and residents to remain calm, proceed to the nearest safe location, and follow updates through official channels.
The ministry did not provide further details about the nature of the potential threat.
An alert of potential threat. The Ministry of Interior urged citizens and residents to remain calm, proceed to the nearest safe location, and follow news through official channels for the protection of public safety. #Bahrain #MOI
— وزارة الداخلية - Ministry of Interior (@moi_bahrain) November 15, 2026
US reports intercepting Iranian drones
The reported interceptions come amid heightened military tensions between Iran and the United States, with Gulf countries increasingly affected by the conflict.
On Friday, November 13, the US military's Central Command (CENTCOM) said it had intercepted and shot down two Iranian one-way attack drones heading toward Bahrain, reporting no casualties or damage.
Separately, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed it had targeted and destroyed a US early-warning radar system in Bahrain.
CENTCOM denied the claim, saying the alleged attack caused no damage or injuries.
