CENTCOM Commander Reports Iranian Drone Attack on Bahraini Civilians
MANAMA, Bahrain — Admiral Brad Cooper, Commander of U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), issued an official statement regarding a direct Iranian attack on the Kingdom of Bahrain.
Key Facts from the Statement:
• The Incident: Last night, Iranian forces launched seven attack drones targeting Bahrain.
• Targeting: The drones were fired at civilian, residential neighborhoods, rather than military installations.
• Regional Context: According to CENTCOM data, the Iranian regime has now attacked 12 different countries across the Middle East.
• Official Stance: Admiral Cooper explicitly labeled the Iranian leadership a "terrorist regime" and characterized the targeting of civilians as "unacceptable."
• Response Status: The Commander stated that the attack "will not go unanswered" and confirmed that U.S. forces are working with regional partners to address the threat.
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