Bahrain says Patriot system intercepted drone over homes
Bahrain's government spokesperson stated on Saturday that a Patriot system intercepted an Iranian drone over a residential area in Manama on March 9, preventing an attack. This account differs from the US military's initial report that an Iranian drone struck a residential neighborhood, injuring civilians.
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