32 civilians injured in Iranian drone attack in Bahrain's Sitra

Monday, 9 March 2026 10:59

By Agencies

At least 32 civilians have been injured after Iranian drones targetted Bahrain's Sitra region on Monday morning.

According to the Bahrain's Ministry of Health, four of the injured are in critical condition.

A 17-year-old sustained significant injuries to her head and eye, while two aged seven and eight suffered serious injuries to their lower limbs. The youngest of the injured is a two-month-old infant.

All the injured are Bahraini nationals, the authority added.

The Bahrain News Agency (BNA) quoted the Ministry as saying that all injured are receiving medical care from specialised teams.

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