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Trump says Iran talks ‘proceeding nicely’, pushes for expanded Abraham Accords

US President Donald Trump stated Iran negotiations are progressing well. He warned of a larger conflict if a deal is not reached. Trump also urged more countries to join the Abraham Accords. He believes this expansion can create a powerful and economically strong Middle East. Diplomatic efforts continue to stabilize…

The Economic Times

U.S.-Iran Agreement Imminent — Strait of Hormuz Expected to Reopen, Oil Prices Set to Fall

The announcement, made via a post on Truth Social, came after a wide-ranging phone call with leaders from Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Pakistan, Türkiye, Egypt, Jordan, and Bahrain — a coalition of regional powers that have played a central role in mediating the 84-day conflict. Trump also…

Latin Times

'Winning is the best thing there is' – Alec Segaert springs late attack to win Giro d'Italia stage 12

Bahrain Victorious rider adds stage victory to team's pink jersey streak

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Himanta Biswa Sarma’s son Nandil Biswa Sarma completes Ironman Vietnam: The journey from Doon School to global endurance race

Assam Chief Minister's son, Nandil Biswa Sarma, has successfully completed the demanding Ironman Vietnam challenge, a feat achieved in approximately 16 hours. This accomplishment follows his earlier success at the Ironman 70.3 in Bahrain. Nandil, currently studying law, has previously indicated no immediate plans for a political career, a sentiment…

The Economic Times

'I tried to suffer as much as possible' - Giro d'Italia leader Afonso Eulálio survives Blockhaus after hard fight to limit time loss

Bahrain Victorious racer sheds nearly 2:55 to stage winner and top favourite Jonas Vingegaard

Cycling News

How severe has the economic impact of the Iran war been for the Gulf states?

The US and Israel’s war on Iran has cast a long shadow over the Gulf. It has placed many of the economies that make up the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) regional grouping – Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Saudi Arabia – under substantial strain.

The Conversation

Can F1 save its races in Bahrain and Jeddah? Here’s how every option could play out

The forced postponement of races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia leaves F1 with a complex scheduling puzzle, which also weighs heavily on the teams – here's what rearranging the events means for the series

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Why Bahrain and Saudi Arabia may still host a grand prix in F1 2026

Autosport

Four races in a row? Key details revealed as F1 eyes Bahrain or Saudi ‘reschedule’

Formula One executives are looking to reinstate a race in the Middle East, depending on how the conflict in the Gulf evolves. But a congested end-of-season schedule makes a reschedule difficult, as Kieran Jackson explains

The Independent UK

Gulf state cooperation has long been shaped by the threat of Iran − but shows of unity belie division

Arab Gulf countries, battered economically and physically by the war with Iran, were keen to put on a united front at a key regional meeting on April 28, 2026.

The Conversation

Amazon’s Middle East data centers damaged by Iran drone and missile attacks will be down for several months during repairs — U.S. and Iran currently observing an uneasy truce, but renewed strikes possible if talks break down

Amazon says that it will take months before it can return its Bahrain and UAE data center back to full operational status. In the meantime, the company suspends billing for affected customers while also recommending that they move to other Regions to restore service.

Tom’s Hardware

The 10 best new metal songs you need to hear right now

Loathe finally return, Bahrain produces a mystical death metal band and things take a turn for the occult in this week's best new metal song round-up

Metal Hammer

How our F1 2026 pre-season predictions are looking now

We predicted the 2026 Formula 1 standings after the pre-season tests in Bahrain, how wrong were we so far?

Motorsport

Miami Grand Prix 2026: New start time, grid positions, how to watch F1 and weather forecast

2026 F1 season resumes after five-week gap caused by cancellation of races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia

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The Independent UK

Bahrain’s decision to strip dozens of citizenship for ‘sympathising with Iran’ will set precedent, rights group warns

As Bahrain revokes the nationality of dozens of people accused of ‘glorifying or sympathising with hostile Iranian acts’, rights advocates say the kingdom is using the regional conflict to curb dissent. Namita Singh reports

Motorsport

What happened during F1’s April break, team by team

As the Iran war caused the cancellation of the Bahrain and Saudi races, F1 teams and drivers found themselves with a five-week break on their hands. Here’s how they made the most of it

The Times of India

Bahrain revokes citizenship of 69 Iran sympathisers

Bahrain's Interior Ministry has stripped 69 individuals, including family members, of their citizenship. The government cited sympathy with Iran's hostile actions and collaboration with foreign entities as reasons. These revocations, based on the Bahraini Nationality Law, target those deemed to have harmed the kingdom's interests or breached loyalty.

The Independent UK

The Latest: US appears cold to Iranian proposal to end the war without a nuclear deal

The Trump administration seems unlikely to accept Iran’s offer to end the war and its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz

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How the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian races might have unfolded

April should have featured two races in the Middle East

Autosport

How Antonelli aims to keep his momentum despite the F1 April break

Andrea Kimi Antonelli had more reason than most F1 drivers to wish the unexpected pause to the season didn’t occur with the Bahrain and Saudi Arabia cancellations. But he hopes to retain his momentum in Miami

International Business Times UK

Gulf Evacuation Warning: 'Time Is Running Out' as Iran Adviser Urges Immediate Exit From UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain and Kuwait

A social media post urging evacuation from Gulf nations has caused concern, despite no official directives. The warning highlights the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz.

Motorsport

"The more you run, the more you learn" - how F1's break is impacting Ferrari

Ferrari's chassis technical director Loic Serra sits down with Motorsport.com to discus the April break, its impact on development at the Scuderia, and progress on 2027

Motorsport

Racing Bulls planning double upgrade due to enforced April break for F1

The Italian outfit had initially scheduled upgrades for the Bahrain Grand Prix, which was cancelled due to conflict in the Middle East

The Independent UK

Prosecutors in Bahrain file charges over the death of a man detained by domestic spy agency

Prosecutors in Bahrain have filed charges over the death in custody of Mohamed al-Mousawi, who was detained by the domestic spy service

Autosport

What is at the top of the to do list for each F1 team?

The unexpected break in the Formula 1 season has given each team the opportunity to put full focus on making its most urgent improvements

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