Bahrain
Tracked across 249 events · 6672 articles · First seen Jun 23, 2025 · Last active May 28, 2026
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Saudi Arabia, through its Saudi Arabia — Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Saudi Arabia), expressed full support for the measures taken by Bahrain to protect its national security and stability. The Kingdom reaffirmed its backing for…
Impact: Bahrain received full support from Saudi Arabia for its sovereign measures to safeguard its security and sovereignty against activities undermining national security.
May 03, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Bahrain announced the arrest of 41 individuals allegedly linked to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), describing them as the 'core' of a terrorist network. The arrests followed security investigations into espionage and foreign interference…
Impact: Bahrain announced the arrest of 41 individuals allegedly linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), reflecting ongoing concerns about foreign interference and security threats within its borders.
May 09, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited Bahrain and met with King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, marking the first meeting between the leaders since 2003. During the visit, Zelenskyy proposed a drone cooperation deal, offering Ukraine's…
Impact: Bahrain, represented by King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, engaged in discussions with Ukraine regarding security cooperation, particularly a drone deal, and economic partnerships, in response to regional threats.
May 05, 2026 · 7 articles
International
The International — United Nations Security Council is set to begin talks on a US- and Bahrain-backed draft resolution that could impose sanctions or authorize force against Iran if it continues attacks and threats to…
Impact: Bahrain is co-sponsoring the draft resolution with the United States against Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
May 04, 2026 · 75 articles
International
The ongoing war in the Middle East has prompted Gulf monarchies, including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Qatar, and Bahrain, to re-evaluate their oil and trade routes due to the potential closure of…
Impact: Bahrain, like Kuwait, has no coastline outside the Persian Gulf and relies entirely on the Strait of Hormuz for its seabound oil and gas trade.
May 01, 2026 · 6 articles
International
The Iran war, initiated by the United States and Israel, has escalated into a major geopolitical and economic crisis. The United States has enforced a naval blockade on Iran, with President Donald Trump claiming significant…
Impact: Bahrain, as a Gulf Arab country, experienced significant crude production losses and a sharp decline in jet fuel exports.
Apr 08, 2026 · 307 articles
International
A tenuous ceasefire between the United States and Iran is holding despite recent U.S. strikes on Iranian oil tankers and military facilities. The United States is awaiting Iran's response to a proposal aimed at ending…
Impact: Bahrain, hosting the U.S. Navy's Fifth Fleet, arrested 41 individuals suspected of links to Iran's Revolutionary Guard, indicating internal tensions and its alignment with the United States.
May 09, 2026 · 24 articles
International
A tenuous ceasefire between Iran and the United States is under strain following recent military actions. The United States struck two Iranian oil tankers and disabled other commercial vessels, while Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps…
Impact: Bahrain, which hosts the United States Navy's regional headquarters, arrested 41 people allegedly linked to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Iran issued a warning to Bahrain against siding with the US-backed resolution.
May 09, 2026 · 15 articles
International
Iran's army has issued a warning that countries complying with United States sanctions against Iran will encounter difficulties when crossing the Strait of Hormuz. This follows new sanctions imposed by the United States on Iranian…
Impact: Bahrain, along with the United States, has drafted a UN resolution to counter Iran's restrictions on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, and has been warned by Iran of severe consequences for siding with the US.
May 10, 2026 · 7 articles
International
This collection of articles covers a range of unrelated events. Geopolitically, a tenuous ceasefire holds in the war involving Iran, with the United States awaiting Iran's response to a peace proposal. Bahrain has arrested individuals…
Impact: Bahrain hosts the United States Navy's regional headquarters and has arrested dozens of people allegedly linked to Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
May 09, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Kuwait has accused Iran of a failed attack on Kuwait — Bubiyan Island on May 1, where China is constructing the Mubarak Al Kabeer Port. This accusation comes amidst stalled ceasefire talks between the United…
Impact: Bahrain has sentenced two dozen people for alleged espionage and conspiring with Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, indicating ongoing internal security concerns related to Iran.
May 12, 2026 · 28 articles
International
Impact: Bahrain reported a missile attack targeting the US Navy's 5th Fleet headquarters and has experienced blasts as the conflict expanded.
Feb 28, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Impact: Bahrain issued warnings about incoming missiles from Iran after the ceasefire announcement, indicating continued regional instability.
Apr 07, 2026 · 165 articles
International
Impact: Bahrain's capital, Manama, came under attack from Iranian forces, highlighting the widespread nature of Iranian retaliatory strikes on US-allied Gulf states.
Apr 08, 2026 · 28 articles
International
Impact: Bahrain reported an Iranian missile hit a state-run oil refinery, causing a fire, and its forces have intercepted numerous Iranian ballistic missiles and drones.
Mar 04, 2026 · 8 articles
Business
Ooredoo Group announced a partnership with EITC (du) to land the Fibre in the Gulf (FIG) subsea cable system in the United Arab Emirates. This project, led by Ooredoo Fibre Networks, is designed to be…
Impact: Bahrain is one of the countries connected by the Fibre in the Gulf (FIG) subsea cable system, benefiting from enhanced data flow.
May 07, 2026 · 6 articles
International
The United States, under Donald Trump's administration, has halted US dollar shipments to Iraq and frozen security cooperation programs with its military. This move is part of a broader 'Economic Fury' campaign aimed at pressuring…
Impact: Bahrain has summoned Iraq's charge d'affaires over attacks it said were launched from Iraqi territory.
Apr 21, 2026 · 22 articles
International
Impact: Bahrain was among the countries targeted by Iran in its retaliatory strikes, indicating a broader regional impact of the conflict.
Mar 06, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Russia's Defense Ministry declared a unilateral ceasefire in Ukraine for Friday and Saturday to mark the 81st anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II. This declaration was accompanied by a threat…
Impact: Bahrain met with Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who proposed a bilateral drone defense partnership, offering Ukraine's air defense expertise.
May 04, 2026 · 14 articles
International
This compilation of articles covers several distinct events. A primary focus is the escalating tensions between Iran and the United States, despite a month-old ceasefire. This includes a cargo ship being hit off Qatar's coast,…
Impact: Bahrain, which hosts the United States Navy's regional headquarters, arrested individuals allegedly linked to Iran's Revolutionary Guard.
May 09, 2026 · 11 articles
Business
Nedap, a global leader in Digital Twin Technology and access management solutions, has announced the opening of a new office in Saudi Arabia. This expansion aims to strengthen support for Nedap's partners and customers in…
Impact: Bahrain is part of Junaid Ul Haq's new role as Country Director for Nedap, indicating potential future expansion or focus for Nedap in this region.
May 12, 2026 · 8 articles
International
Impact: Bahrain was targeted by Iranian strikes on hotels and a residential building, with air raid sirens sounding, though no casualties were reported.
Mar 06, 2026 · 14 articles
International
Impact: Bahrain, a Gulf country, issued alerts and activated air defenses following missile launches from Iran, indicating continued regional tensions despite the ceasefire.
Apr 07, 2026 · 117 articles
International
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is on a diplomatic tour, blaming the United States for the failure of peace talks, citing 'excessive demands'. This follows the cancellation of a planned trip by Donald Trump's envoys,…
Impact: Bahrain revoked the citizenship of 69 individuals for supporting Iran after weeks of Iranian attacks on Gulf states.
Apr 26, 2026 · 57 articles
International
Impact: Bahrain previously forged diplomatic and commercial ties with Israel through the Abraham Accords, which Donald Trump aims to expand.
Oct 12, 2025 · 9 articles
International
Impact: Bahrain reported missile and drone strikes on its oil facilities, indicating the regional spread of the conflict.
Apr 08, 2026 · 25 articles
International
Impact: Bahrain is one of the Gulf nations visited by Keir Starmer during his diplomatic trip, where he discussed the ongoing regional tensions and met with its leadership.
Apr 09, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Impact: Bahrain reported missile and drone attacks, indicating regional instability.
Apr 08, 2026 · 19 articles
Business
ADNOC Drilling has completed its acquisition of an 80% stake in MB Holding, a drilling and oilfield services joint venture with MB Holding. The transaction, valued at $204 million, was finalized ahead of schedule and…
Impact: Bahrain is one of the key Gulf geographies where MB Holding has operations.
May 04, 2026 · 7 articles
International
The United States launched 'Project Freedom' to guide commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy waterway, battling Iranian forces and sinking six small boats. This initiative followed Iran's effective closure of…
Impact: Bahrain is co-drafting a Security Council resolution with the United States and other Gulf allies to hold Iran accountable for its actions in the Strait of Hormuz, participating in diplomatic efforts.
May 04, 2026 · 36 articles
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