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Abu Dhabi :  Concerned authorities in Abu Dhabi confirmed that the previously reported incident in the vicinity of Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD), caused by falling debris following the successful interception of a ballistic missile by air defence systems, resulted in the outbreak of a third fire. Authorities also confirmed an additional injury to a Pakistani national, bringing the total number of injured individuals to six, with injuries ranging from minor to moderate. The Abu Dhabi Media Office said that authorities have brought all three fires under control and that cooling operations are ongoing. Authorities called on the public…

Manama :  Kuwait’s Public Authority for Civil Aviation announced that Kuwait International Airport was targeted by drone attacks, resulting in no casualties but causing material damage. Abdullah Al Rajhi, spokesperson for the Public Authority for Civil Aviation, said the attack caused significant damage to the airport’s radar system. He added that emergency teams and relevant authorities immediately responded to the incident, taking necessary measures to assess the situation, ensure the safety of operations, and restore operational readiness as soon as possible. Al Rajhi affirmed the Authority’s continued coordination with relevant entities to take all necessary measures to safeguard the security…

Riyadh : Turki Al Malki, official spokesperson of the Ministry of Defence of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, announced that air defence systems intercepted and destroyed two drones during the past hours.

Doha : The Ministry of Defence of the State of Qatar announced that the country was targeted on Saturday by a number of drones launched from Iran, which were successfully intercepted by the Qatari Armed Forces.

Manama : Abdulla bin Adel Fakhro, Minister of Industry and Commerce, visited the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) election headquarters to review the progress of voting for the Chamber’s 31st Board of Directors term, held at the Bahrain International Exhibition Centre in Sakhir. The minister highlighted the Chamber’s role in its strategic partnership with the government and its contributions to strengthening the national economy and advancing Bahrain’s comprehensive development, led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and under the guidance of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime…

Manama :  The Bahrain Space Agency participated in a specialised seminar on space law addressing legal frameworks governing activities beyond Earth. Dr. Mohammed Ibrahim Al Aseeri, Chief Executive Officer of the Bahrain Space Agency, as well as legal specialists from the agency, took part in the seminar, which examined the application of criminal law beyond Earth, jurisdictional challenges, and legal precedents in space-related cases. The seminar also reviewed existing legal frameworks, including the Outer Space Treaty, and the evolution of enforcement mechanisms covering lunar bases, commercial stations, and future settlements. Shaikha Hessa bint Ali Al Khalifa, Senior Legal Researcher at…

Manama : The General Command of the Bahrain Defence Force announced that through the unwavering vigilance of its personnel, the BDF’s air defence systems continue to successfully counter successive waves of the hostile terrorist Iranian aggression. Since the onset of hostilities, air defences have intercepted and destroyed 154 ballistic missiles and 350 drones targeting the Kingdom of Bahrain. The General Command expressed its pride in the exceptional combat readiness and vigilance demonstrated by BDF personnel, and commended their sustained operational effectiveness in defending the Kingdom. The performance of Bahrain’s forces continues to inspire confidence that the Kingdom’s skies remain secure.…

Abu Dhabi : Abu Dhabi authorities have responded to an incident involving falling debris in Sweihan Street, following the successful interception of a ballistic missile by air defence systems. According to the Abu Dhabi Media Office, the incident resulted in two fatalities, three injuries, and damage to several vehicles.

Riyadh : Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) launched an international logistics corridor via freight trains linking King Abdulaziz Port, King Fahd Industrial Port, and Jubail Commercial Port to Al Haditha Port, in a step that enhances direct connectivity with Jordan and the countries north to the Kingdom, and supports regional trade movement through a highly efficient land route. SAR noted that launching the container transport service via the railway network from Eastern Region ports to Al-Haditha Port would open direct routes to Jordan and countries to the north of the Kingdom, supporting exports and re-export movements through a more efficient and…

Manama : Lieutenant General Abdullah bin Hassan Al Nuaimi, Minister of Defence Affairs, accompanied by Dr. Jaleela bint Al Sayed Jawad Hassan, Minister of Health, visited the injured individuals receiving the necessary and comprehensive medical care following the hostile Iranian attacks, to check on their health condition and follow up on their treatment. The Minister of Defence Affairs conveyed the well wishes of Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Commander-in-Chief of the Bahrain Defence Force, for the injured to have a speedy recovery.