“Siren Went Off, Then 6–7 Blasts”: Indian in Bahrain on Iran Strike Near US Base

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:49pm on 28 Feb 2026,Saturday India Global

An Indian national in Bahrain said he heard a siren followed by six to seven blasts after Iran targeted a US naval base in the country.   Asif, an IT worker from Haryana, said they received a government alert around 11.30 am asking people to take shelter. “Within 10–15 minutes, we heard a loud explosion,” he said. Soon after, lifts stopped and residents were told to use stairs and evacuate.   “I heard six or seven blasts. Most were intercepted,” he added.   Shops closed early and flights were suspended. He urged the Indian government to evacuate those who want to return. (PC: India Today)

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