Bahrain says it intercepted 105 missiles, 176 drones amid rising Middle East tensions

Tensions in the Middle East continue to escalate following reported military actions involving the United States and Israel targeting Iran.

Bahrain’s armed forces say the country’s air defence systems have intercepted and destroyed 105 missiles and 176 drones since Iran began what officials described as retaliatory attacks. According to a statement from Bahrain’s military, defence systems have been responding continuously to incoming aerial threats.

Authorities said the interceptions took place as regional forces remain on heightened alert amid fears of a wider escalation across the Gulf.

Separately, officials in Abu Dhabi reported a fire in an industrial area following a drone strike earlier Tuesday. The incident occurred at a refinery and petrochemical complex, according to authorities.

Emergency services were dispatched to the site shortly after the fire was reported. Rescue and firefighting teams worked to bring the blaze under control. Officials said there were no immediate reports of injuries.