Bahrain has condemned Iran for launching seven ballistic missiles targeting the territories of Bahrain and Kuwait early Saturday. The Bahraini Foreign Ministry described the attack as a severe violation of the country’s sovereignty and a threat to Gulf regional security. According to the ministry, the missiles were successfully intercepted, and it praised the vigilance of the Bahraini and Kuwaiti armed forces.

In its statement, Bahrain accused Iran of violating United Nations Security Council Resolution 2817 (2026), which denounced Iranian attacks and any attempt to close the Strait of Hormuz or disrupt international navigation. The ministry urged Iran to immediately halt such unjustified assaults, fully reopen the strait without restrictions, disclose the locations of naval mines, and allow over 20,000 stranded sailors to leave the area safely.

Bahrain emphasized that its patience should not be mistaken for weakness and reaffirmed its commitment to take all lawful measures to protect national security and sovereignty.

Bahrain has urged residents to move to safe shelters after Iran launched attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain in response to US strikes. Early Saturday morning, warning sirens sounded across Bahrain, prompting authorities to issue an alert for citizens and residents to remain calm and seek nearby safe locations. The Ministry of Interior announced the advisory through a message on social media platform X at around 4:15 a.m. local time.

Earlier in the week, Bahrain reported that its air defense system had intercepted and destroyed three missiles and several drones. The recent escalation follows a series of retaliatory actions between Iran and the United States, with Bahrain now taking precautionary measures to protect its population.

Authorities have not yet provided further details on the extent of the attacks or any casualties, but the alert indicates heightened security measures and ongoing regional tension.

Bahrain has arrested 15 individuals accused of working for Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The announcement came just hours after Iran reportedly launched attacks on Bahrain and neighboring Kuwait. The Bahraini Interior Ministry said investigations are ongoing to identify all persons linked to the suspected Iranian cell.

Security operations in Bahrain have been continuing since late February, when Iran began attacks on the country. Last month, Bahraini courts sentenced nine people to life imprisonment for allegedly conducting terrorist activities with IRGC support. In April, authorities revoked the citizenship of 69 people accused of backing Iranian attacks on Bahrain.

Bahrain, which has a large Shia population, has long faced internal tensions. Many Shia citizens claim political and economic marginalization, while the government denies discrimination and repeatedly accuses Iran of inciting unrest in the kingdom.

Bahrain has sentenced nine individuals to life imprisonment on charges of espionage and collaboration with Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). According to state media reports released on Sunday, prosecutors alleged that the convicted individuals coordinated with the IRGC to conduct hostile and terrorist activities. Two additional defendants received three-year prison terms in the same case.

Authorities stated that some of those convicted had taken photographs of key strategic sites in Bahrain under IRGC instructions, while others were accused of transferring funds from Iran to Bahrain, including through cryptocurrency channels. Prosecutors added that several defendants helped recruit local operatives and assisted in implementing the alleged plans.

The verdict comes amid Bahrain’s ongoing crackdown on individuals accused of ties with Tehran. The ruling follows heightened regional tensions after U.S. and Israeli military actions against Iran in late February, which led Gulf states to strengthen security measures.

A court in Bahrain has sentenced nine individuals to life imprisonment on charges of collaborating with Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). According to Bahrain’s state news agency, two other defendants in the same case received three-year prison terms. The court found that the accused had cooperated with the IRGC to conduct hostile and terrorist activities against the country.

The report stated that the convicted individuals were involved in gathering information on key and sensitive installations and in financial transactions related to these activities. Authorities did not disclose the identities of the accused or details of the investigation.

Bahrain has long accused Iran of interfering in its internal security affairs, while Tehran has consistently denied such allegations, according to the report.

Syria has expressed full solidarity with Bahrain following the arrest of 41 individuals accused of having ties to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). According to Syria’s state news agency SANA, the Syrian government pledged complete support for Bahrain’s efforts to maintain security and stability in the country.

Bahrain announced on Saturday that it had detained 41 people allegedly connected to the IRGC. The report also noted that Egypt and Kuwait had earlier expressed similar solidarity and support for Bahrain in this matter.

The statement underscores regional alignment among several Arab states in backing Bahrain’s internal security measures amid concerns over alleged Iranian influence in the Gulf region.

Bahrain’s Interior Ministry announced the arrest of 41 individuals accused of having ties with Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The state-run Bahrain News Agency confirmed the report on May 9, 2026. The arrests come amid a broader crackdown by Bahraini authorities on people allegedly connected to Iran.

According to the ministry, several dozen individuals have also had their citizenship revoked for allegedly supporting attacks on Bahrain by Iran. The arrested persons are accused of showing sympathy toward Iran and conspiring with foreign powers. The ministry stated that these individuals collaborated with foreign entities and expressed support for Iran.

The report, citing Al Jazeera, indicates that the arrests are part of Bahrain’s ongoing efforts to counter perceived Iranian influence within the country.

Bahrain has revoked the citizenship of 69 individuals accused of expressing support, praise, or sympathy for Iran. According to Anadolu Agency, the decision was made in response to recent regional tensions involving Iran. The Bahrain News Agency reported on Monday, April 27, that those who showed sympathy toward Iran’s 'hostile and criminal acts' lost their citizenship, including some of their family members.

Earlier in March, Bahrain’s High Criminal Court held a preliminary hearing in a case accusing several people of promoting and exaggerating Iran’s 'terrorist activities,' though the number of defendants was not disclosed at that time. The move comes amid heightened regional conflict following a joint U.S.-Israel military operation against Iran on February 28, which reportedly resulted in more than 3,300 deaths.

A two-week ceasefire between Washington and Tehran was brokered by Pakistan on April 8 and later extended indefinitely on April 21 at Pakistan’s request, as announced by U.S. President Donald Trump.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed responsibility for an attack on an Amazon cloud computing center in Bahrain, describing it as a “first real warning.” The claim was reported by Iran’s state news agency IRNA on April 2, 2026. The IRGC said the strike was a response to recent U.S.-Israeli attacks in Iran that caused extensive damage to private infrastructure. The group warned that if such actions continued, it would take harsher measures in the future.

In its statement, the IRGC said that companies previously identified by the group would face stronger punitive actions if hostilities persisted. It also asserted that the U.S. president would bear responsibility for any destruction of regional assets belonging to these firms. The announcement follows heightened regional tensions after cross-border attacks and retaliatory threats.

Analysts cited in the report suggested that such claims of attacks could further escalate the risk of broader conflict across the Middle East, as both sides exchange warnings and retaliatory actions.

Bahrain’s military has claimed to have intercepted at least 550 missiles and drones launched from Iran over the past month. According to a statement posted on social media and reported by Al Jazeera, the Bahraini forces said they shot down 174 missiles and 385 drones aimed at the country. The attacks were described as part of Iran’s retaliatory strikes following joint U.S.-Israeli operations against it.

The Bahraini military stated that targeting civilian infrastructure and private property with drones and ballistic missiles constitutes a clear violation of international humanitarian law and the UN Charter, posing a direct threat to regional peace and security. Earlier on Friday, sirens were sounded twice in Bahrain as a precaution against possible attacks, and the Interior Ministry urged residents to seek shelter in safe locations.

The ministry also reported that a previous Iranian strike had caused a fire at an unidentified facility, which has since been brought under control.

Bahrain has submitted a draft resolution to the United Nations Security Council seeking authorization for countries to take measures to protect the Strait of Hormuz and commercial maritime navigation. The proposal, presented on March 23, calls for voluntary multinational or individual naval actions to safeguard shipping and prevent any obstruction in the strategic waterway. It also includes provisions for possible sanctions and other measures.

According to diplomats, the draft has received support from other Gulf Arab states and the United States, but its approval may face challenges due to the veto powers of Russia and China. Bahrain’s proposal identifies Iran’s actions as a threat to international peace and security and urges Tehran to stop obstructing legitimate commercial navigation in the strait.

On the same day, France introduced an alternative draft resolution emphasizing dialogue, suggesting differing approaches among Security Council members to address tensions in the region.

Researchers cited by Reuters have concluded that a US-operated Patriot air defense missile, not an Iranian drone, caused the powerful explosion in Bahrain during the tenth day of the Iran war. The blast occurred in the Mahazza area of Sitra Island on March 9, injuring 32 people including children and destroying several homes. Both Bahrain and the United States had initially blamed an Iranian drone for the incident, with US Central Command claiming the drone struck a residential area.

In response to Reuters’ inquiry, the Bahraini government on Saturday acknowledged for the first time that the explosion resulted from an interceptor missile fired by a Patriot battery. However, a government spokesperson maintained that the missile had successfully destroyed an Iranian drone midair, preventing greater loss of life. The spokesperson added that injuries and damage were caused by debris falling from the aerial collision, not by a direct ground impact.

Neither Bahrain nor Washington has provided evidence proving that an Iranian drone was involved in the Mahazza explosion.

A major explosion occurred in Bahrain on March 9, injuring dozens of civilians and damaging homes amid ongoing tensions involving Iran, the United States, and Israel. Initially, both Bahrain and Washington blamed an Iranian drone for the incident. However, new analysis by a group of academic researchers, reviewed by Reuters, indicates that the missile involved may have been part of a US-operated Patriot air defense system.

Bahrain has since acknowledged for the first time that a Patriot missile was linked to the explosion in the Mahazza area of Sitra Island near the capital Manama, a region known for its oil refinery. A Bahraini government spokesperson claimed the missile successfully intercepted an Iranian drone, preventing greater casualties, and said the damage was not caused by a direct ground impact.

Neither Bahrain nor the United States has yet presented concrete evidence of Iranian drone involvement. Post-blast footage showed widespread destruction, dust-covered streets, and frightened residents in the affected area.

Iran has claimed responsibility for missile attacks targeting United States military bases in Bahrain, according to the semi-official Tasnim news agency. The report stated that the strikes were aimed at American military installations, though Bahraini authorities have not yet issued any official response to the alleged attacks.

Earlier, Iran’s state broadcaster IRIB reported similar missile and drone strikes on the Al-Minhad base in the United Arab Emirates and the Ali Al-Salem air base in Kuwait, where US and British forces are stationed. These incidents come amid heightened regional tensions involving Iran and several Gulf states.

Previous reports have noted that Iran has repeatedly claimed attacks on US bases across the Persian Gulf, including the headquarters of the US Navy’s Fifth Fleet in Bahrain’s capital, Manama. The latest claims suggest a continuation of this pattern of confrontation in the region.

The Bahraini government stated that its Patriot missile defense system successfully intercepted an Iranian drone that targeted a residential area on March 9. According to the government’s statement to Reuters, the interception prevented further damage, though several civilians were injured during the incident. A government spokesperson said the Patriot interceptor played a key role in stopping the attack and saving lives.

Earlier, the U.S. military had reported that an Iranian drone struck a residential area in Bahrain on the same date, injuring civilians. The Bahraini government’s confirmation highlights the use of advanced air defense systems in response to regional drone threats.

The incident underscores rising tensions in the Gulf region, where multiple Iranian attacks have recently been reported against military and civilian targets in neighboring countries.