Four people are in serious condition and have undergone surgical intervention.
The Ministry of Health confirmed that a hostile Iranian drone strike in the Sitra area early Monday, March 9, injured 32 Bahraini citizens, including children. Four of the victims are in serious condition and have undergone surgical treatment.
Among the injured are a 17-year-old girl with severe head and eye injuries, two children aged seven and eight with serious lower-limb injuries, and a two-month-old infant.
All patients are under close observation and are receiving care from specialized medical teams. Following the attack, the health system remains on high alert across critical departments.
Bahrain Intercepts Missiles and Drones
The Bahrain Defence Force (BDF) General Command reported that its air defence systems have successfully intercepted 95 ballistic missiles and 164 drones since the onset of Iranian attacks on the kingdom. The BDF commended its personnel for their combat readiness and operational excellence, emphasizing that Bahrain’s airspace remains secure.
Public Safety Measures
Authorities have urged residents to stay indoors unless absolutely necessary, avoid affected areas, steer clear of suspicious objects, refrain from filming military operations or debris sites, and rely solely on official sources for updates.
Condemnation of Attacks
The BDF stated that targeting civilian sites and private property with missiles and drones constitutes a violation of international humanitarian law and the UN Charter. It warned that such indiscriminate strikes pose a direct threat to regional peace and security.
