Brits in Bahrain urged ‘seek shelter’ as at least 1 killed after ‘blatant Iranian attack’ | World | News
Locals and tourists in Bahrain were urged to take shelter after renewed alarm was raised on Monday night over reports of new explosions in the Gulf State. The country’s Ministry of Internal Affairs wrote about X: “The siren has sounded. Citizens and residents are urged to remain calm and move to the nearest safe place.”
In the update published a few minutes later, the ministry announced that one person was killed in the incident and blamed it on Iran. Post
Local, unconfirmed reports also said that a structure was damaged in an attack on a building in Manama’s El-Seef district.
The FCDO also has its own shelter-in-place advisory encouraging people to stay at home and limit outdoor travel to essential trips only.
His advice is: “If you are staying in the Kingdom, follow the instructions of local authorities. If you are advised to seek shelter, stay indoors or find the nearest safe building or designated shelter.”
“An interior stairwell or a room with as few exterior walls or windows as possible may provide additional protection. You should not approach or touch any drones, missile parts, or unusual objects.
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“We advise British citizens to stay indoors wherever possible and limit movements to essential journeys only. Always let friends or family know where you are and when you are travelling, and keep your mobile phone charged and with you.”
This came just a day after Bahrain said three people were injured and a water purification plant damaged in a suspected Iranian drone strike.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs said that the attack, which occurred on Sunday morning, damaged the plant that processes seawater to provide fresh water to residents.
The statement said: “Iranian aggression randomly bombs civilian targets and causes material damage to a water treatment plant following a drone attack.”
When a shelter in place warning is issued, Donald Trump He informed the world about Operation Epic Fury with a speech in Florida; He said US goals in Iran were “pretty complete” and suggested the conflict could end soon.
