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July 8, 2026 10:05 AM

Iran targets sites in Bahrain, Kuwait after wave of US strikes

Iran's Revolutionary Guards said they targeted U.S. military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait on Wednesday after the U.S. launched a wave of military strikes on Iran in response to attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. In the latest blow to the fragile ceasefire agreement, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said it carried out a joint missile and drone operation against key U.S. military sites in Bandar Salman, Bahrain's Fifth Naval District and Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait, and shot dow...

July 7, 2026 12:30 PM

EAM Jaishankar meets Bahrain King, Crown Prince; discusses strengthening India-Bahrain ties

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Monday called on Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and met Crown Prince and Prime Minister Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa during his visit to the Gulf nation, reaffirming India's commitment to strengthening its partnership with Bahrain. Sharing details of the meetings in a post on X, EAM Jaishankar said, "Honoured to have an audience with HM King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain. Also privileged to meet HRH Crown Prince and PM Salman bin Hamad Al...

July 6, 2026 10:23 PM

India, Bahrain discuss deepening bilateral cooperation as EAM Jaishankar meets Foreign Minister in Manama

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Monday held talks with Bahrain's Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani in Manama. In a post on X, EAM Jaishankar said, "Delighted to meet FM Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani of Bahrain in Manama today. Expressed deep appreciation for ensuring the well-being of the Indian community. Discussed deepening our bilateral cooperation. Exchanged views on ongoing developments in the region." The Bahrain visit marks the second stop of EAM Jaishank...

June 10, 2026 10:16 AM

US strikes Iran after Apache helicopter downed; IRGC claims retaliatory drone attack on Bahrain base

The fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran is under severe strain today after American forces launched fresh strikes against targets on Iran's southern coastline, triggering an immediate Iranian military response. US Central Command confirmed that its forces began launching self-defence strikes against Iran in response to the downing of a US Army Apache helicopter the previous day. The American military characterised the operation as a proportional response to the Iranian aggressio...

June 3, 2026 11:48 AM

Fresh US-Iran clash raises regional tensions

Iran launched a major missile and drone attack on US military targets in Bahrain and Kuwait on Tuesday after American forces struck what Washington described as an Iranian military facility, sharply escalating tensions and raising fresh concerns over the future of a fragile regional ceasefire. According to US Central Command, the confrontation began when American forces enforcing a naval blockade against Iran disabled an oil tanker attempting to reach Iranian ports. US officials said a Hellf...

May 22, 2026 8:22 PM

United World Wrestling defers 2026 World Championships in Bahrain citing geopolitical concerns

The United World Wrestling (UWW), the global governing body for the sport, has postponed the 2026 World Championships, originally scheduled to be held in the Kingdom of Bahrain from October 24 to November 1, due to the prevailing geopolitical situation in the region. “United World Wrestling (UWW), in close coordination with the Bahrain Olympic Committee and the Bahrain Wrestling Federation, announces the postponement of the 2026 World Championships originally scheduled to take place from Octo...

April 10, 2026 9:24 PM

India, Bahrain emphasise stability and trade continuity amid regional tensions

India and Bahrain have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening economic ties and ensuring stable trade flows amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia, following a high-level virtual meeting between the two countries. Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal held discussions with Bahrain’s Minister of Industry and Commerce Abdulla Bin Adel Fakhro, focusing on regional stability, supply chain resilience, and bilateral cooperation. During the interaction, Goyal welcomed the...

April 6, 2026 9:34 AM

UAE backs Bahrain’s call for UNSC action on Strait of Hormuz

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Monday expressed support for Bahrain’s call urging the United Nations Security Council to take action on the situation in the Strait of Hormuz. UAE Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani stressed that the issue has moved beyond a regional concern and now poses a direct threat to global stability. In a post on X, the UAE Mission to the UN said, “The UAE joins Bahrain in urging Security Council action on the Strait of Hormuz. As Dr. Abdullatif bin ...

April 1, 2026 3:54 PM

Drone Strikes Hit Kuwait Airport Fuel Tanks, Bahrain Facility; Saudi Intercepts Drones

Kuwait International Airport was hit early Wednesday in a drone attack targeting fuel storage facilities, Kuwait's Directorate General of Civil Aviation announced.Official spokesperson Abdullah Al Rajhi said the drones struck fuel tanks belonging to the Kuwait Aviation Fueling Company, triggering a large fire and causing significant material damage. Emergency teams responded immediately and authorities confirmed there were no casualties. Flights were briefly affected, but airport operations cont...

March 24, 2026 3:39 PM

Bahrain pushes for UN authorisation of force to protect Hormuz shipping

Bahrain has put forward a draft United Nations Security Council resolution that would authorise countries to use, in the words of the text, "all necessary means" to protect commercial shipping in and around the Strait of Hormuz. The diplomatic phrase is widely understood as authorisation for the use of force. The draft was seen by Reuters on Monday. Diplomats said the resolution, which is backed by other Gulf Arab states and the United States, would be placed under Chapter Seven of the UN Chart...