Bahrain accuses Iran of attacking its territory to ‘settle’ score with US
Summary
Bahrain accused Iran of attacking Riffa Air Base and said its air defenses intercepted several aerial attacks. Iran defended its strikes as self-defense, saying Gulf states had helped the United States attack Iran; Jordan and Egypt condemned the attacks on Bahrain.Key Facts
- Bahrain’s Foreign Ministry said Iran’s attacks violated international law and Bahrain’s sovereignty.
- Bahrain said it held Iran responsible for the attacks and their consequences.
- Bahrain’s military said its defense systems intercepted several Iranian aerial attacks.
- Riffa Air Base is used by the United States military.
- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said Tehran viewed its attacks as defensive and targeted US military assets used to attack Iran.
- Baghaei accused Gulf countries of helping US strikes through military bases and logistical support.
- Jordan condemned Iran’s attacks on Bahrain as a violation of its sovereignty.
- Egypt said Bahrain’s and the Gulf states’ security was linked to Egyptian and Arab national security.
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