Several Gulf countries have condemned Iran's drone strikes on Bahrain that occurred on Saturday. They expressed a commitment to stand united against potential future aggression from Iran. This incident is seen as a significant threat to a memorandum of understanding recently signed by U.S. President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian.
The drone strikes followed a U.S. airstrike on Iranian missile, drone, and radar sites after Iran attacked a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz. Bahrain confirmed that Iranian drones entered its territory, labeling the strikes a "flagrant threat" to its security, although the specific targets remain unclear.
Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), described the attack as "treacherous," stating it undermines ongoing peace efforts in the Middle East. The GCC, which includes Bahrain, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates, has seen several member states issue statements condemning Iran's actions.
Kuwait's Foreign Ministry characterized the strikes as a "dangerous undermining" of peace efforts and a threat to regional security. Both Kuwait and the UAE reaffirmed their support for Bahrain's stability. Saudi Arabia and Qatar also condemned the strikes, citing violations of Bahrain's sovereignty and international law.
Oman's foreign ministry has not commented on the incident, maintaining a neutral stance and acting as a mediator between the U.S. and Iran. Iran's Revolutionary Guard claimed responsibility for the drone strikes, stating they targeted locations associated with the U.S. military in the region, though specific areas were not disclosed. No casualties or significant damage have been reported from the attack.