Bahrain Defense Intercepts Hundreds of Missiles & Drones: Latest Security Update

This media briefing from the Ministry of Interior in the Kingdom of Bahrain provides the latest updates on national response efforts regarding regional developments and Iranian aggressions. The briefing focuses on military readiness and the continuity of government services on 23 March 2026.

Military and Security Updates

• Air Defense: The Bahrain Defence Force successfully intercepted and destroyed 147 missiles and 282 drones that attempted to target the Kingdom’s airspace.
• Security Readiness: Captain Abdullah Wahid Al-Mannai confirmed that the Ministry of Interior is immediately handling all reports through the Main Operations Room, including those related to civil protection, ambulance services, and traffic safety.
• Coast Guard: The Coast Guard Command has raised its operational readiness to the highest levels and intensified maritime patrols.
• Emergency Management: The National Center for Civil Emergency Management continues to coordinate efforts to ensure the continuity of essential services and the protection of vital facilities.

Judicial and Legal Services

Counselor Mohammed Mujbel highlighted the continuity of the justice system through digital platforms:

• E-Litigation: Remote hearings for civil and commercial courts have been activated via the Ministry’s official website, ensuring that legal procedures, direct pleadings, and the electronic exchange of documents continue.
• Operational Statistics: A total of 2,140 remote sessions were held across 39 courts, and 2,528 transactions were completed through private notaries and visual documentation services.
• Service Access: Remote litigation services are available through a secure login system using the “Developed e-Key” to facilitate access to justice under all circumstances.

Important Notice: The briefing stressed the importance of obtaining information only from official sources and avoiding the circulation of rumors on social media platforms.