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Why time has run out for F1 to save its Bahrain and Saudi races

An announcement on the likely cancellation of Formula 1's Bahrain and Saudi Arabian grands prix is expected within 48 hours

Motorsport

F1 set to cancel races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia amid chaos in the Middle East

Rounds four and five of the 2026 season, in Bahrain on 12 April and Saudi Arabia on 19 April, will not take place

The Independent UK

F1 teams need decision on Middle Eastern rounds "this week", says Ayao Komatsu

F1 is scheduled to hold the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian grands prix next month, but they are at doubt due to the ongoing Iran war

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F1 close to cancelling Bahrain and Saudi Arabian GPs due to Middle East conflict

It is highly unlikely that the races in the Middle East will be replaced, leaving the sport with a five-week void between Japan and Miami.

The Independent UK

Iran war enters Day 14: As conflict completes two weeks, what we know so far - Tehran explosions, Israel strikes, US aircraft crash

The conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran intensifies. Missile strikes and drone attacks continue across the Middle East. Oil prices surge and global markets react to the growing instability. Regional powers are increasingly drawn into the fighting. The war has spread across multiple fronts, with casualties mounting.

The Times of India

Bahrain news: Drone strike sparks fire at airport fuel tanks during Iran vs US–Israel war

An Iranian drone strike reportedly targeted fuel storage facilities near Bahrain International Airport, igniting a large blaze and highlighting the growing threat to critical civilian infrastructure in the Gulf. This incident, occurring amid escalating Iran vs US-Israel conflict, underscores the region's vulnerability to drone warfare and its potential impact on…

The Times of India

Ayao Komatsu: F1 needs "about five races" to make changes to 2026 rules

The new-for-2026 F1 regulations have been widely debated

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Which London-Dubai flights are operating and which are cancelled? Latest travel news amid Middle East conflict

Latest flight cancellations as passengers have faced over two weeks of travel disruption due to the regional conflict

Evening Standard

Huge blaze at Bahrain’s Muharraq fuel facility caught on camera following Iran attacks

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The Independent UK

Iranian attack triggers huge blaze at Bahrain’s Muharraq government facility

Bahrain's interior ministry has released a video of a huge fire following Iranian attacks at a fuel tank storage facility in Muharraq Governorate, northeast of the country’s capital, Manama.

The Independent UK

Data centres are the new target in modern warfare during Iran war, experts say

Data centres are the physical buildings that house all the infrastructure required to power banking apps, cloud services, and artificial intelligence platforms.

Euronews

Iran war enters day 13: Missiles fly, tankers burn, oil prices soar; what’s happening in Middle East?

A coordinated US-Israel strike on Iran has ignited a full-blown regional crisis. Following Ayatollah Khamenei's death and his son's succession, Iran has intensified attacks on US and Israeli targets, expanding the conflict to the UAE and Bahrain. Hezbollah has also joined the fray, escalating regional instability and impacting global trade.

The Times of India

WEC 2025 BoP analysis: Aston Martin

What the Hypercar Balance of Performance numbers reveal about performance in the 2025 World Endurance Championship. Today, concluding our series: The Aston Martin Valkyrie.

Motorsport

Bahrain: Indian mission warns against filming attacks

Amidst airstrike threats, the Indian embassy in Bahrain urged nationals to avoid filming military sites or actions, following the arrest of six South Asians for recording attacks. Ambassador Vinod K Jacob advised against spreading false information and adhering to public gathering bans. The embassy is also facilitating transit through Saudi…

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'Don't get eliminated yourself': Iran warns Donald Trump, slaps down 'empty' threats

Iran's security official warned President Trump to be careful after the US leader threatened harsher retaliation for any Strait of Hormuz disruption. Tehran continues regional attacks, with missile and drone strikes hitting Dubai, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait. Iran's parliament speaker indicated no ceasefire is sought, emphasizing retaliation against aggressors.…

The Independent UK

Watch: RAF jets intercept drones heading towards Jordan and Bahrain

RAF Typhoon jets intercepted a drone heading towards Bahrain and took out an uncrewed aerial system to defend Jordan, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has said.

Evening Standard

US launches 'most intense day of strikes' on Iran yet as Tehran attacks countries across Gulf

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said the US ‘will not relent until the enemy is totally and decisively defeated’

The Independent UK

RAF fighter jets shoot down and intercept drones heading towards two Middle East countries

UK fighter jets successfully intercepted a drone that was heading towards Bahrain overnight, the Ministry of Defence revealed. In a post on X, the MoD also said it took out an uncrewed aerial system in defence of Jordan. It added: “The UK has also begun conducting defensive air sorties in…

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The Guardian - UK

Trump says Iran war is ‘very complete, pretty much’ as economic toll rises

President reassures Republicans that conflict is intended to be short lived but also says ‘we haven’t won enough’

Reason

What Is Life Like Beneath the Bombs of the Iran War?

Reason speaks with civilians about wartime life in Iran, Israel, Kuwait, and Bahrain.

The Times of India

After oil, war of water? Why desalination plants are turning into targets in Middle East – explained

Desalination plants in the Middle East are becoming targets in the escalating conflict involving Iran, the US, and Israel. Recent incidents in Bahrain and Iran, with conflicting claims of responsibility, highlight the strategic importance of these facilities. Attacks on water infrastructure pose a significant threat to civilian survival and regional…

Euronews

Bapco declares force majeure as Iran sets Bahrain's only refinery ablaze

Bapco Energies invoked force majeure on Monday after a strike set the Al-Ma'ameer facility ablaze, joining Qatar and Kuwait in suspending shipments as Iran escalates its attacks on Gulf energy infrastructure.

The Independent UK

The impact of F1’s huge decision to cancel Bahrain and Saudi Arabia races

The Bahrain GP was scheduled for 12 April, with the race in Saudi originally set for a week later - but they have both now been cancelled

The Times of India

Bahrain's Bapco declares force majeure after Iran strikes its largest oil facility: What it means

Bahrain's state oil company declared force majeure on shipments after Iranian strikes ignited a fire at its largest oil facility. The attack, which caused material damage but no casualties, escalates regional tensions and disrupts vital energy corridors. This development follows a series of strikes on energy installations amid the widening…

Evening Standard

Iran war LIVE: 'Get out of southeast Turkey,' Americans told as Middle East conflict spirals

Global markets gripped by panic on Monday as fears mount over the economic impact of Trump’s war on Iran

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