Bahrain's Civil Aviation Affairs reported that civilian air navigation systems belonging to the Bahrain Flight Information Region were targeted by Iranian drones, confirming that the incident did not affect air navigation operations or flight movements.

In a statement carried by the Bahrain News Agency (BNA) on Monday, it explained that the relevant authorities immediately dealt with the incident according to approved operational and security procedures, and took necessary measures to ensure the continuity of navigation services and the safety of air traffic.

Bahrain Defense Force Announces Interception and Destruction of Iranian Air Attacks

The Civil Aviation Affairs affirmed that flights and transit traffic through the Bahrain Flight Information Region continue normally, with ongoing coordination and follow-up with international organizations and relevant authorities.

Earlier on Monday, the General Command of the Bahrain Defense Force stated that air defense systems confronted a number of Iranian air attacks, managed to intercept and destroy them, stressing that its forces are at the highest level of readiness to protect the kingdom.

The command said in a statement that Iran continues its "hostile approach" by targeting civilians in the Kingdom of Bahrain, noting that air defense systems successfully dealt with the air attacks that occurred on Monday. It affirmed that all weapons and military units are at the highest levels of defensive readiness and preparedness to ensure the security of the kingdom and protect its territory.

The General Command called on citizens and residents to exercise caution and not to approach any foreign or suspicious objects that may result from the remnants of the attacks, and to immediately report them to the relevant authorities.

It explained that the personnel of the Royal Field Engineering Unit are on standby for safe technical handling of such objects to ensure public safety.

The command stressed that targeting civilians and private property with missiles and drones is a flagrant violation of international humanitarian law.

For its part, the Bahraini Ministry of Interior sounded sirens four times on Monday to warn of a threat.

The ministry urged citizens and residents to remain calm, head to the nearest safe place, and follow news through official channels.

It is noteworthy that the US Embassy in Bahrain had indicated that it received information suggesting that Iran may seek to target unspecified locations in central Manama, calling on residents in Bahrain to exercise caution.