Iran launches drone attack on Bahrain; US forces intercept

US Central Command confirmed Iranian Revolutionary Guards launched two suicide drones toward Bahrain overnight, with both intercepted by American forces. No casualties or damage reported. This marks the first reported Iranian attack attempt against facilities in Bahrain since September, indicating renewed regional tensions.

Hamas-linked suspect convicted of wounding bailiff in Germany

Mohammed Alfatih, a Germany-born Hamas operative who later obtained British citizenship in 2020, has been found guilty of wounding a bailiff. Alfatih, who reportedly served as a bodyguard to a Hamas leader before relocating to Europe, was prosecuted for the assault on the court officer. The case highlights alleged Hamas operatives maintaining security roles outside the Middle East.

Police deploy snipers in Bedouin city to combat rising gun violence

Police have deployed sniper units in Rahat as an unusual security measure to address escalating crime-related violence, with nearly 200 Arabs killed in such incidents this year. Security sources described the deployment as a temporary solution, noting that targeted arrests have proven more effective in reducing gun violence. The move reflects growing concerns about organised crime and weapons trafficking in the Bedouin community.

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