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.

Bahraini authorities have instructed residents in parts of the country to remain indoors following an attack on fuel tanks in the Muharraq Governorate. The incident occurred on Thursday amid ongoing operations by Iran in the Gulf region that have disrupted the global energy market, according to a report from Manama cited by AFP.

The Ministry of Interior stated on social media platform X that the attack targeted fuel storage facilities and was carried out from the Iranian side. As a precaution, residents in three areas of Muharraq were told to stay inside, close windows, and seal ventilation openings to avoid exposure to smoke.

Authorities confirmed that firefighting efforts are underway to bring the blaze under control. The stay-at-home directive was issued to protect residents from potential health risks caused by smoke spreading from the affected site.

Bahrain’s Interior Ministry announced on March 12, 2026, that four Bahraini citizens aged between 22 and 36 have been arrested on charges of spying for Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). According to the ministry’s statement, the first detainee was allegedly following organizational instructions to photograph key sites in Bahrain with assistance from others. The collected information was reportedly transmitted to the IRGC through software channels.

The ministry also reported that Iran carried out an attack targeting a fuel tank at a facility in Bahrain’s northern Muharraq Governorate early Thursday morning. In a post on social media platform X, the ministry described the incident as Iranian aggression and said relevant authorities were taking necessary measures in response.

These developments come amid heightened regional tensions, with Bahrain directly accusing Iran of hostile actions on its territory and pursuing legal action against alleged domestic collaborators.

Bahrain police have arrested six expatriates, including a Bangladeshi national, for allegedly posting and sharing videos supporting Iran on social media. The arrests took place amid heightened tensions in the Middle East related to ongoing conflict. The Bangladeshi detainee has been identified as Mohammad Israfil Mir, while the other five individuals are Pakistani nationals. The arrests were reported on Monday by Bahrain’s state news agency and local media, citing the country’s Ministry of Interior.

According to the reports, the arrests were carried out following an investigation by the Ministry of Interior’s Anti-Corruption and Cybercrime Directorate. The ministry stated that the individuals were detained for their online activities that allegedly supported Iran during a period of regional unrest.

The incident highlights Bahrain’s continued monitoring of online content and its enforcement of cybercrime laws, particularly in the context of regional political sensitivities.

An attack struck Bahrain’s main oil refinery operated by Bahrain Petroleum Company, causing thick smoke to rise over the area on Monday, according to eyewitnesses cited by Reuters. The refinery, a key facility in the country’s energy sector, suffered damage following what was initially described by government sources as an Iranian drone strike that left several people injured.

Following the incident, the company announced that the situation had gone out of control, preventing it from meeting its contractual oil supply obligations. The attack has raised immediate concerns about operational stability and the potential impact on Bahrain’s energy output.

The full extent of the damage and the status of recovery efforts were not detailed in the initial reports, leaving uncertainty about when normal operations might resume.

At least 32 people were injured in a drone attack near Bahrain’s capital, reportedly carried out by Iran, according to the state-run Bahrain News Agency. The country’s health ministry confirmed that all the injured are Bahraini citizens. Among them is a 17-year-old girl who sustained serious head and eye injuries, and the youngest victim is a two-month-old infant.

Authorities stated that four of the injured are in critical condition, including several children who required surgery. The incident occurred close to the capital, though the exact location and timing were not specified in the report.

The report, citing the Bahrain News Agency and BBC, did not provide further details on the motive or response from either side, leaving the broader context of the attack unclear.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed responsibility for launching both solid and liquid-fueled missiles targeting a US base located in Bahrain’s Juffair area. According to the IRGC, the attack was carried out in retaliation for a US strike on a desalination plant in Qeshm.

Earlier, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that the US attack on the desalination facility disrupted water supplies to 30 villages. Following the missile launches, Bahrain’s Ministry of Interior announced on social media platform X that air raid sirens were sounding across the country and urged residents to remain calm and seek shelter.

The incident marks a new escalation in tensions between Iran and the United States, with Bahrain’s authorities taking precautionary measures amid heightened regional instability.

Iran carried out an attack on the Israeli embassy located in Bahrain’s capital, Manama, according to Iranian media reports. The strike targeted the Financial Harbor Tower commercial complex, where the embassy was situated. Semi-official Fars News Agency confirmed the location, while Reuters reported that an Iranian drone was shot down near the complex.

The incident occurred as Tehran launched multiple attacks across the region, including in Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. Most of these assaults were reportedly intercepted. Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defense stated that its air defense systems intercepted three ballistic missiles heading toward Prince Sultan Air Base, marking the second such attack in recent days.

The attacks follow escalating hostilities in the region, with reports of previous strikes in Iran’s Shiraz and significant damage to civilian infrastructure. The situation underscores rising tensions involving Iran, Israel, and allied states across the Middle East.

Bahrain announced that its Defense Force destroyed 75 missiles and 123 drones allegedly launched by Iran. The statement was released through the official Instagram account of the Bahrain Defense Force, which said the interceptions occurred after Iran began what it described as acts of aggression. The report was cited by Al Jazeera and comes amid heightened military exchanges in the region.

The incident follows a series of retaliatory actions after joint U.S. and Israeli strikes, to which Iran has responded with counterattacks. The situation has raised concerns among Gulf countries and international observers about escalating instability in the Middle East. The report also noted that Iran faces internal unrest and that regional markets, including South Korea’s, have reacted negatively to the ongoing tensions.

The developments suggest a continuing cycle of military confrontation and regional anxiety, with potential implications for security and economic stability across the Gulf region.