31 March 2026: Bahrain’s Ministry of Interior has imposed a complete nationwide ban on the use of drones following ongoing airspace security concerns.

Bahrain’s Ministry of Interior has announced a total ban on the use of drones, applying to all devices regardless of purpose, in response to heightened airspace security threats.

Officials have confirmed that any drone detected in breach of the ban will be intercepted and destroyed, and legal action will be taken against those responsible.

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