MANAMA: In a significant move, Bahrain's interior ministry announced on Monday the revocation of citizenship for 69 individuals due to their alleged support of Iran.

This decision comes in response to a series of Iranian attacks targeting Gulf countries starting late February.

According to the ministry’s statement, those affected by the citizenship revocation were found to have engaged in activities supporting hostile Iranian actions, including collaborating with foreign entities.

The action was taken under Article (10/3) of the Bahraini Citizenship Law, which permits the withdrawal of nationality if it is deemed to harm the kingdom's interests or betray loyalty to it.

The decision follows a submission by the Minister of Interior to the Cabinet and paves the way for implementing measures in accordance with Bahrain’s legal framework.

Authorities will continue to assess individuals for their eligibility for Bahraini nationality based on their actions and loyalties.

Iran's aggression, which included missile and drone attacks against Gulf nations like Bahrain, was retaliatory following US and Israeli strikes on Iran that commenced on February 28.

Tehran accused these countries of allowing the US to utilize them as bases for launching strikes.

The Iranian assaults, affecting critical infrastructure in the Gulf states, have since been halted due to a fragile ceasefire established between Washington and Tehran on April 8.

This move by Bahrain aligns with a broader regional strategy among Gulf countries to counter perceived threats from Iran.

Neighboring nations such as Qatar, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates have similarly taken measures against networks they claim are linked to Iran.