A US naval base in Bahrain was targeted by Iranian missiles and drones for months, causing extensive damage to its command headquarters and other buildings. Despite the attacks, no one was killed at the base, according to the Pentagon. However, the US evacuated most personnel but kept a small staff on ground. The military’s strategy of protecting people over buildings proved effective, with only two US fatalities reported from over 8,000 Iranian missile strikes.
The US military retaliated, striking over 13,500 targets and causing significant damage to Iran. A spokesperson for US Central Command emphasized that the military prioritized protecting human lives over infrastructure, highlighting its success in avoiding casualties during the conflict.
Source: https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/iran-us-naval-base-bahrain-e87bbca3