Bahrain Condemns Iran Ballistic Missile Attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain
Bahrain strongly condemns Iran ballistic missile attacks after seven missiles were fired toward Kuwait and Bahrain on June 6, 2026, and intercepted, the foreign ministry said.
Bahrain Condemns Iran Ballistic Missile Attacks
Bahrain’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a forceful condemnation on June 6, 2026, after what it described as renewed assaults by the Islamic Republic of Iran on the Kingdom and neighbouring Kuwait.
The statement condemned the launches as a blatant violation of sovereignty and international law and affirmed the kingdom’s rejection of any measures that threaten regional stability. (beta.bna.bh)
Missile Launch and Interception Details
United States Central Command and regional militaries reported that Iran fired seven ballistic missiles toward Kuwait and Bahrain in the early hours of June 6, 2026.
Forces in the region intercepted the salvos; U.S. Central Command said six were shot down and one failed to reach its target, with no immediate reports of casualties among U.S. personnel. (apnews.com)
Targets, Warnings and Civilian Safety Measures
Bahrain activated civil defence measures during the strikes and warned residents to follow official safety instructions as air-defence systems were deployed to protect urban and civilian infrastructure.
Authorities emphasized that missile and drone strikes that target civilian sites amount to unlawful aggression and place non-combatants at unacceptable risk. (gulfnews.com)
Reference to UN Security Council Resolution 2817
In its statement Manama specifically invoked United Nations Security Council Resolution 2817 (2026), saying Iran’s actions contradict the resolution’s call to halt unprovoked attacks and to protect freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.
Resolution 2817, adopted in March 2026, condemned prior strikes by Iran on Gulf states and urged full compliance with international law to safeguard regional peace and maritime transit. (digitallibrary.un.org)
Demands: Open the Strait, Disclose Mines and Protect Sailors
Bahrain urged Tehran to cease hostilities immediately, fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz without restrictions and comply with international navigation laws.
The foreign ministry also called on Iran to reveal the locations of naval mines, cooperate in their removal and permit the safe passage and humanitarian relief for more than twenty thousand seafarers reported stranded by disruptions in the waterway. (beta.bna.bh)
Bahrain’s Defence Stance and Regional Solidarity
Manama stressed that its preference remains peace and stability, but made clear that patience does not imply acquiescence; defending sovereignty and protecting the population are non-negotiable priorities.
The ministry warned that the kingdom will take all lawful measures to safeguard its territory and highlighted its confidence in the support of regional partners and allies. (beta.bna.bh)
Bahrain’s rebuke comes amid heightened tensions in the Gulf where a succession of missile and drone exchanges has raised international concern about safe navigation and civilian safety in a strategically vital corridor.
