Bahrain's Ministry of Interior (MOI) has announced that security authorities had uncovered a group linked to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and the ideology of Wilayat al-Faqih.

The ministry said 41 members of the main group had been arrested and that legal proceedings are underway against them.

It added that search and investigation operations are continuing, and that legal measures will be undertaken against anyone proven to be involved in the group or to have committed acts in violation of the law.

Meanwhile, the General Command of the Bahrain Defence Force (BDF) has announced that all its services and units are at the highest levels of readiness and full defensive preparedness.

The General Command expressed pride in the advanced combat readiness and high vigilance demonstrated by its personnel in carrying out their national duties to defend the Kingdom and safeguard its achievements.

It urged the public to exercise caution regarding any unfamiliar or suspicious objects resulting from the attacks, and to avoid approaching or handling them.

The General Command affirmed that personnel of the Royal Field Engineering Unit remain fully prepared to safely deal with such objects, ensuring the safety of all citizens and residents.