The Latest Breaking News from Bahrain

Nato chief defends Trump’s strikes on Iran as ‘absolutely necessary’ despite threat to ceasefire

Iran targeted US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain in response to the latest US strikes

The Independent UK · Jul 8

Bahrain activates emergency sirens, asks residents to move to safe locations

Bahrain activated emergency sirens after US forces conducted strikes on Iran. These strikes targeted over eighty military sites within Iran, aiming to reduce attacks. The US action followed attacks on three commercial tankers transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian state media reported explosions and fires in port cities and on…

The Economic Times · Jul 8

Iran claims it downed US MQ-9 drone, struck American bases in Bahrain and Kuwait

Iran's Revolutionary Guards stated they struck US military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait. This action was a direct response to recent American strikes, according to the statement. The joint operation involved missile and drone attacks on 85 key facilities. Iran also reported shooting down an American MQ-9 drone during the…

The Economic Times · Jul 8

FIA president focused on safety amid bid to restore Bahrain GP to F1 calendar

The race in Bahrain had been due to take place on April 12 but it was put on hold due to the conflict in the Middle East.

The Independent UK · Jul 6

F1 to decide before summer break on recovering Middle Eastern race

Formula 1 chief Stefano Domenicali says there is still hope the series can recover one of the postponed races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia

Autosport · Jul 5

Trump’s Iran gamble is descending into chaos

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The Independent UK · Jul 2

Trump Faces Fresh Iran Challenge as Tehran Says Strait of Hormuz Is Under 'Iranian Command'

Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs, Kazem Gharibabadi, said on Thursday that the Strait of Hormuz is under Tehran’s command following a U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) security summit in Bahrain.

Benzinga · Jul 2

Iran rejects US-led Gulf security summit, says Hormuz is under its command

Iran has sharply criticized a US-led security summit in Bahrain, asserting that the Strait of Hormuz falls under Tehran's command, not American authority. Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi dismissed the summit's legitimacy, stating that regional security must be managed by neighboring states without foreign military intervention. The meeting, attended by…

The Economic Times · Jul 2

'Never go on social media' – How top teams try to ensure fans' wild Tour de France fever doesn't keep their star riders awake at night

Managing expectations and pressure is an increasingly important element for riders and their performances, as Bahrain Victorious' performance manager and two leaders explain to Cyclingnews

Cycling News · Jul 1

'They Will Experience Hell': Iran Bombs 8 US Military Bases After Trump Threatens to Wipe Nation 'Off the Map'

Iran has launched missile and drone attacks on U.S. military sites in Kuwait and Bahrain, escalating tensions following President Trump's warning of potential military action.

International Business Times UK · Jun 29