Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has announced that it launched a drone attack on a US military radar system at a base in Bahrain, escalating tensions in the Middle East.
The announcement came on Sunday, November 15, after explosions and air raid sirens were reported across Bahrain, prompting authorities to urge residents to seek shelter.
According to AFP, an AFP journalist heard explosions around 4:00 am, with residents reporting another series of blasts at approximately 6:30 am.
Bahrain’s Interior Ministry subsequently issued safety alerts on social media, advising residents to remain calm, move to the nearest safe location and follow updates through official channels.
Iran Claims Six Drones Targeted US Radar
In a statement broadcast by Iranian state media, the Revolutionary Guards said their Aerospace Force had deployed six drones against a US air defence radar system at the Al-Riffa helicopter base in Bahrain.
The group claimed the operation targeted American military equipment stationed at the facility.
It also warned Washington against further military action, declaring that the Strait of Hormuz remained closed and that any aggression by the United States would attract a stronger response.
Bahrain Reports Security Alerts
The reported attack triggered security concerns across Bahrain, which hosts a major US naval installation and serves as an important military hub for American operations in the Gulf.
The country’s authorities issued multiple alerts as explosions were heard in different locations.
However, neither the United States nor Bahrain had publicly confirmed damage or casualties resulting from the latest claimed drone strike at the time of reporting.
Bahrain’s air defence forces also reported intercepting several Iranian aerial attacks.
Previous Attack on US Radar System
The latest development follows another Iranian claim on Friday that its forces had targeted a US early-warning radar system in Bahrain.
However, the US military’s Central Command (CENTCOM) said it intercepted two Iranian drones heading towards the Gulf nation.
CENTCOM reported that the incident caused no casualties or damage.
The renewed military activity comes amid the ongoing conflict between Iran, the United States and Israel, which began on February 28 following surprise American and Israeli attacks on Iranian targets.
Since the conflict started, Iran has targeted military and strategic infrastructure across the region, while tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz have continued to threaten international shipping and energy supplies.
