MANAMA — Bahrain said Saturday its air defenses intercepted and destroyed 124 missiles and 203 drones since what it described as Iranian attacks on the kingdom began on Feb. 28.The Bahrain Defense Force said air defense systems continue to confront the “sinful Iranian attacks” targeting the kingdom.The interceptions took place during successive waves of attacks since late February, the statement said.Authorities did not specify the types of missiles involved. However, several Arab countries targeted by similar attacks have previously said they intercepted ballistic and cruise missiles.In the United Arab Emirates, authorities in the Emirate of Fujairah said a fire broke out after debris from a drone that was successfully intercepted by air defenses fell to the ground.Officials said the incident caused no injuries. Civil defense teams in Fujairah were working to contain the fire.Authorities urged the public not to circulate rumors and to rely only on official sources for information.MANAMA — Bahrain said Saturday its air defenses intercepted and destroyed 124 missiles and 203 drones since what it described as Iranian attacks on the kingdom began on Feb. 28.The Bahrain Defense Force said air defense systems continue to confront the “sinful Iranian attacks” targeting the kingdom.The interceptions took place during successive waves of attacks since late February, the statement said.Authorities did not specify the types of missiles involved. However, several Arab countries targeted by similar attacks have previously said they intercepted ballistic and cruise missiles.In the United Arab Emirates, authorities in the Emirate of Fujairah said a fire broke out after debris from a drone that was successfully intercepted by air defenses fell to the ground.Officials said the incident caused no injuries. Civil defense teams in Fujairah were working to contain the fire.Authorities urged the public not to circulate rumors and to rely only on official sources for information.
