Manama: His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, received several personnel from the Bahrain Defence Force (BDF). During the meeting, Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Commander-in-Chief of the BDF, was also present. His Majesty addressed the personnel, highlighting the advanced level of preparedness and combat readiness exhibited by the BDF.
According to Bahrain News Agency, His Majesty King Hamad commended the BDF personnel for their high efficiency in fulfilling their duties. He addressed the unjustified Iranian aggression against the Kingdom of Bahrain and the region, which targeted civilians and infrastructure, leading to civilian casualties and property damage. His Majesty assured that all affected citizens would receive full compensation for their losses.
His Majesty emphasized the importance of adhering to United Nations Security Council Resolution 2817, which condemned the Iranian aggression and demanded an immediate cessation of these attacks. He expressed appreciation for the national sentiment demonstrated by citizens, reflecting the community's awareness and balanced approach.
His Majesty praised the readiness of citizens to volunteer and contribute to recovery and reconstruction efforts, which demonstrates a strong sense of national responsibility. He stressed the need for maintaining readiness and preparedness to safeguard the Kingdom's security and stability. His Majesty affirmed that Bahrain would continue its development and progress through the unity and dedication of its people.