Kuwait & Bahrain
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Kuwait: Kuwait accused Iran of a failed attack on Kuwait — Bubiyan Island, where China is building a port, raising concerns about regional stability and its infrastructure projects.
Bahrain: 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
Kuwait: Kuwait, lacking a coastline outside the Persian Gulf, is highly dependent on the Strait of Hormuz for its seabound oil and gas exports, making it vulnerable to its closure.
Bahrain: 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
Kuwait: Kuwait, as a Gulf Arab country, experienced significant crude production losses and a sharp decline in jet fuel exports, with its heavier crude fields requiring months for restoration.
Bahrain: 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
Kuwait: Kuwait experienced missile attacks, including one reportedly hitting the American embassy compound, and its airspace was closed. Three American F-15E Strike Eagles were shot down in a friendly fire incident by Kuwait.
Bahrain: 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
Kuwait: Kuwait's military forces responded to an extensive wave of drone attacks, and three power and water desalination plants were severely damaged, highlighting the ongoing impact of the conflict despite the ceasefire.
Bahrain: Bahrain issued warnings about incoming missiles from Iran after the ceasefire announcement, indicating continued regional instability.
Apr 07, 2026 · 165 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait reported damage to its oil facilities and power/desalination plants from Iranian missile and drone attacks, indicating direct impact from the ongoing conflict despite the ceasefire.
Bahrain: 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
Kuwait: Kuwait has been targeted by Iranian missiles and drones, leading to the closure of the United States Embassy and the activation of its air defense systems. Six American soldiers were killed in a drone strike in Kuwait.
Bahrain: 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
International
Kuwait: Kuwait's sovereignty was violated by the alleged infiltration attempt by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, leading to diplomatic protests and heightened security concerns. Kuwait also reported previous attacks on its oil refinery and power plants, which it attributed to Iran.
Bahrain: Bahrain's foreign minister condemned the incident and affirmed Kuwait's right to self-defense, showing regional solidarity with Kuwait.
May 12, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
Kuwait: Kuwait is one of the countries connected by the Fibre in the Gulf (FIG) subsea cable system, benefiting from enhanced data flow.
Bahrain: 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
Kuwait: Kuwait has lodged formal protests with Iraq over attacks launched by militias operating from Iraqi territory.
Bahrain: Bahrain has summoned Iraq's charge d'affaires over attacks it said were launched from Iraqi territory.
Apr 21, 2026 · 22 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait is one of the co-drafters of the resolution against Iran.
Bahrain: Bahrain is co-sponsoring the draft resolution with the United States against Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
May 04, 2026 · 75 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait was among the countries targeted by Iran in its retaliatory strikes, indicating a broader regional impact of the conflict.
Bahrain: 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
Kuwait: Kuwait was targeted by Iranian missile and drone attacks, resulting in the activation of its air defenses and the death of six US soldiers stationed there.
Bahrain: 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
Kuwait: Kuwait, a Gulf country, reported incoming Iranian missile barrages and activated air defenses, reflecting the ongoing security concerns in the region.
Bahrain: 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
Kuwait: Kuwait is a Gulf producer whose oil supply is connected to global markets via the Strait of Hormuz. Kuwait also reported missile and drone attacks.
Bahrain: Bahrain reported missile and drone attacks, indicating regional instability.
Apr 08, 2026 · 19 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait reported drone attacks, testing the shaky ceasefire in the Iran war.
Bahrain: Bahrain, which hosts the United States Navy's regional headquarters, arrested individuals allegedly linked to Iran's Revolutionary Guard.
May 09, 2026 · 11 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait reported missile and drone strikes on its oil facilities, indicating the regional spread of the conflict.
Bahrain: Bahrain reported missile and drone strikes on its oil facilities, indicating the regional spread of the conflict.
Apr 08, 2026 · 25 articles
Business
Kuwait: Kuwait is one of the key Gulf geographies where MB Holding operates and where new rig contracts have been secured.
Bahrain: Bahrain is one of the key Gulf geographies where MB Holding has operations.
May 04, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait, similar to Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, avoided direct military involvement in the conflict with Iran, opting for a neutral stance.
Bahrain: Bahrain, alongside Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, chose to stay out of direct military conflict with Iran, aligning with a de-escalation approach.
May 15, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait was mentioned as a target of an Iranian strike on a water and electrical plant, highlighting the regional impact of the escalating conflict.
Bahrain: Bahrain is a smaller state with fewer backup water supplies, making it vulnerable to disruptions in desalination if Iran retaliates against Gulf countries.
Mar 30, 2026 · 41 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait activated its air defense systems to intercept incoming Iranian missiles and drones, indicating its direct exposure to the regional conflict and the associated security risks.
Bahrain: Bahrain experienced air-raid sirens, indicating its proximity to the conflict and the potential for spillover.
Mar 29, 2026 · 65 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait is among the Gulf states receiving drone expertise and air defense assistance from Ukraine.
Bahrain: Bahrain met with Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who proposed a bilateral drone defense partnership, offering Ukraine's air defense expertise.
May 04, 2026 · 14 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait accused Iran of sending an armed Revolutionary Guard team to attack Bubiyan Island, indicating broader regional tensions related to Iran.
Bahrain: Bahrain is mentioned as another member of the Abraham Accords, with optimism for more countries to join.
May 12, 2026 · 22 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait declared force majeure on oil shipments due to the Strait of Hormuz blockade.
Bahrain: Bahrain urged the resumption of U.S.-Iran negotiations and stressed the importance of solidifying the ceasefire.
Apr 11, 2026 · 283 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait, as an OPEC Gulf producer, has suffered export losses due to the Strait of Hormuz closure, highlighting the regional impact of the Iran war on oil shipments.
Bahrain: Bahrain is a non-OPEC country in the OPEC alliance.
Apr 28, 2026 · 222 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait is almost wholly reliant on the Strait of Hormuz for oil shipments, highlighting its vulnerability to the strait's closure.
Bahrain: Bahrain is almost wholly reliant on the Strait of Hormuz for oil shipments, highlighting its vulnerability to the strait's closure.
May 15, 2026 · 20 articles
International
Kuwait: Kuwait reported that Iranian drones targeted its oil facilities, power, and water desalination plants, causing significant material damage.
Bahrain: Bahrain is gradually reopening its airspace after the ceasefire, indicating a return to normalcy for air travel in the region.
Apr 08, 2026 · 6 articles
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