This archive photo, with an unspecified date, provided by the U.S. Department of Defense, shows an American B-2 bomber in flight at an undisclosed location. (Credit: AFP/United States Air Force)
Bahrain and Kuwait, both of which host American military bases, took precautionary measures Sunday amid fears that the conflict between the United States and Iran could spill into their territory following U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites.
Late Saturday night, U.S. forces targeted three key Iranian nuclear facilities. President Donald Trump warned Tehran of even more devastating attacks if it refused to enter peace negotiations. Iran had earlier vowed to retaliate against American interests in the region, including military installations.
Bahrain urges road caution, orders remote work
Bahrain — home to the U.S. Navy’s 5th Fleet — urged citizens and residents to avoid using major roads unless necessary. The Interior Ministry said on X that the move aimed to “ensure public safety and allow the concerned authorities to effectively use the transportation routes.”
The Civil Service Bureau also announced that 70 percent of public sector employees would work remotely starting Sunday, until further notice, due to heightened regional tensions.
Kuwait prepares shelters
In neighboring Kuwait, where several U.S. military bases are located, authorities prepared shelters in the country’s ministry complex — home to key government offices including the ministries of Justice and Finance — according to the Finance Ministry.
Earlier this week, Bahrain activated its national emergency response plan and civil crisis center. Authorities also tested emergency sirens across the country and reportedly prepared 33 public shelters in anticipation of potential escalation.
