MANAMA, April 22 (Xinhua) -- Bahrain's Foreign Affairs Ministry on Sunday condemned the interception of an Emirati civilian aircraft "Airbus 320" by Qatari fighter jets.
The Airbus, arriving from Dammam airport to Abu Dhabi, was carrying dozens of passengers while flying over international waters on the Bahrain flight information region and fulfilling all necessary procedures.
"The ministry reiterates that these provocative and repeated acts represent a threat to passengers and endangers their lives," said Bahrain's statement.
Bahrain's Foreign Affairs Ministry affirmed the right of the Kingdom of Bahrain to take all measures with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), relevant organizations and UN agencies to preserve the safety and security of civil aviation and passengers against irresponsible and illegal Qatari practices.
"The ministry stresses the full solidarity of the Kingdom of Bahrain with the United Arab Emirates in all measures taken to address these repeated Qatari violations."
The Arab Quartet - Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, UAE and Egypt severed all ties with Qatar accusing it of supporting terrorist groups and proximity to Iran.
