BDF Commander-in-Chief Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa chaired a meeting attended by Chief of Staff Lieutenant-General Theyab bin Saqr Al Nuaimi, Adviser for Financial and Technical Affairs Shaikh Mohammed bin Khalifa Al Khalifa and senior officers.
The Commander-in-Chief was briefed on combat and military readiness levels across all branches and units of the BDF.
Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa affirmed that, under the directives of His Majesty King Hamad, Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, and the follow-up of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces and Prime Minister, all branches and units of BDF remain at the highest levels of combat readiness and full defensive preparedness.
The Commander-in-Chief underscored the importance of exerting maximum efforts in carrying out duties across all military domains, and commended the significant achievements of BDF personnel in performing their national duties with professionalism and high efficiency, in support of strengthening the kingdom’s defence system.
Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa expressed appreciation for the key role of air defence personnel, noting that all branches and units of BDF responded with strength and determination to the Iranian attacks on February 28.
He said the BDF successfully intercepted and destroyed large numbers of hostile aerial targets, including missiles and drones aimed at civilian sites, demonstrating the high level of defensive capability and combat readiness of its military systems.
The Commander-in-Chief added that, with the continued support of the King and HRH Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces and Prime Minister, the BDF has achieved notable success, embodying dedication, sacrifice and professionalism in defending the nation.
Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa noted that the BDF, across all its branches and units, defended the kingdom with dedication and resolve, with personnel demonstrating commitment and professionalism across all operational fronts, supported by sound planning, strong military doctrine, and the high readiness of land, air and naval forces, enabling them to carry out their national duties effectively.
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