Explosions have been heard near a United States military base located in the Kingdom of Bahrain, according to international media reports.
Operative Information Center-OMM reports that while official statements regarding the exact location and cause of the incident have not yet been released, witnesses on the ground described hearing several powerful blasts in the area.
Bahraini authorities later indicated that the service center for the US Fifth Fleet had come under missile attack. The US Fifth Fleet, headquartered in Bahrain, is responsible for naval forces in the Persian Gulf, Red Sea, Arabian Sea, and parts of the Indian Ocean. This strategic facility plays a critical role in maintaining maritime security and protecting global energy supply routes in the Middle East.
The Kingdom of Bahrain has long served as a key regional ally for the United States, hosting thousands of American military personnel. Under the administration of US President Donald Trump, security cooperation between Washington and its Gulf partners has remained a focal point of regional stability efforts. Security forces in the area have reportedly been placed on high alert following the incident as investigations continue.
