Manama, October 26 (BNA): Under the directives of Lieutenant-General His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Isa Al Khalifa, Chief of the National Guard, the National Guard carried out the naval exercise (Combat 1) to confront terrorism and protect vital oil installations. .
The exercises were conducted on Tuesday morning on the eastern coast of the Kingdom.
Combat 1 is a continuation of the series of exercises that the National Guard periodically conducts to enhance its military capabilities.
The exercises were conducted on an offshore oil facility on the eastern coast of the Kingdom as an evaluation and testing experience for the capabilities of the National Guard in command and control systems and its advanced plans to protect vital marine facilities and secure their sites.
Major General Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Saud Al Khalifa, Director of Staff of the National Guard, stressed during his observation of the exercise that they are consistent with the support provided by the Presidency of the National Guard to all security institutions in a way that enhances security and stability throughout the Kingdom. .
He added that it helps preserve the nation’s gains and achievements made during the reign of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the Supreme Leader.
Sheikh Abdulaziz praised the efforts made by the leaders of the exercises and the participants from the National Guard units, and praised their high professionalism in evaluating and dealing with situations.
This confirms the readiness of the permanent members of the National Guard to respond to the call of duty in various circumstances.
The outputs of the exercise reflected the continuous development of modern training arrangements for the National Guard that enable them to perform their national duties with high standards of efficiency and competence.