Iranian Attack Targets Manama Hotel, Residential Buildings; No Casualties Reported

Civil defence teams extinguish fire as Bahrain urges residents to remain calm following rare assault on capital

Manama, Bahrain — An Iranian attack struck a hotel and two residential buildings in Bahrain’s capital Manama early Friday, causing material damage but no casualties, the country’s Ministry of Interior has confirmed.

Civil defence teams responded swiftly to the incident, successfully extinguishing a fire that broke out in a flat within one of the affected residential buildings. The ministry reported no loss of life despite the assault causing significant structural damage.

Earlier, authorities had issued an urgent warning across social media platforms, alerting citizens that sirens had been sounded throughout the city. Residents were instructed to remain calm, follow safety protocols, and move to the nearest secure locations while emergency services assessed the situation.

The attack marks a significant escalation in regional tensions, though officials have yet to provide specific details regarding the nature of the strike or the targeted facilities.

This is a developing story. Follow our live blog for the latest updates on regional developments amid ongoing Israeli and US strikes on Iran.