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Analysis: US-Operated Patriot Missile Caused Bahrain Blast, Injuring 32

Independent researchers have concluded that an American Patriot air defense system likely fired the missile involved in the March 9 pre-dawn explosion in Bahrain, injuring 32 people including children, overturning initial reports that blamed an Iranian drone. Further analysis indicates the Patriot missile was likely US-operated.

22 Mar, 06:00 — 23 Mar, 00:14
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