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Bahrain’s air-defense systems intercepted and destroyed multiple Iranian aerial attacks before they reached their targets, according to a statement from the Bahrain Defence Force cited by First Squawk. The announcement marks a direct military confrontation involving Bahrain amid heightened regional tensions with Iran. No casualty figures, damage estimates, or details on the types of munitions intercepted were disclosed. The development matters for markets because escalation risks can pressure regional assets and energy sentiment. Traders will watch for follow-up statements from Bahrain and Iran, confirmation of further intercepts, and any impact on Gulf equities, oil, and currencies.

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