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King hosts Bahrain’s sovereign at Windsor amid criticism of visit

Human rights activists wrote to the King during King Hamad Al Khalifa of Bahrain’s visit

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King hosts Bahrain’s sovereign at Windsor amid criticism of the visit

Human rights activists wrote to the King asking him to ‘raise the issue of political prisoners’ during King Hamad Al Khalifa of Bahrain’s visit.

The Independent UK

Bahrain sent message through Russia to normalise ties with Iran: Official

Bahraini officials have previously said that Manama is seeking improved relations with Tehran after years of tensions.

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Bahrain’s king takes activists by surprise with pardon for at least 1,500 prisoners

Released detainees include some jailed for political reasons and is UK ally’s biggest amnesty since Arab spring

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Arab Leaders Congratulate King Salman on Founding Day

Arab leaders congratulated on Tuesday Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz on the occasion of the Kingdom’s Founding Day, which falls on Wednesday. Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al Sabah sent a cable to King Salman, praising the Kingdom’s accomplishments that have strengthened its…

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Bahrain King, Israeli President Discuss Bilateral Relations, Economic Cooperation

Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa received Israeli President Isaac Herzog, in the presence of Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, at the Gudaibiya Palace in Manama and discussed bilateral cooperation and regional and international issues of common concern. The Bahrain News Agency (BNA) said that the King…

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Israeli president touts business ties on first Bahrain visit

Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa met President Isaac Herzog on Sunday in the first visit by an Israeli head of state to the Gulf state since the countries forged ties two years ago and as a right-wing coalition government takes shape in Israel.

Reuters

King of Bahrain Reappoints Crown Prince as PM, Forms New Govt

Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa issued a Royal Order on Monday appointing Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Deputy Supreme Commander, as Prime Minister. Prince Salman expressed his gratitude to King Hamad on the appointment, pledging to continue assuming his responsibility to the fullest. He…

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Run-Offs Dominate Parliamentary, Municipal Elections in Bahrain

Six candidates including one woman won seats in a first phase of Bahrain’s parliamentary election, while others will compete for the remaining seats in the run-off next week. Bahraini voters had cast their ballots in polling stations across the kingdom on Saturday. As per the electoral rules of Bahrain, a…

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Bahraini King, UAE President Attend Joint Military Anti-Terrorism Exercise

Bahraini King Hamad bin Isa Al-Khalifa and Emirati President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan attended on Thursday the final stage of the joint Emirati-Bahraini military anti-terrorism exercise, titled “Jelmoud 3.” Held in Manama, the three-day exercise involved the participation of the UAE Armed Forces and the Royal Guard, a…

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Pope, in Bahrain, condemns rearmament pushing world to 'the brink'

Pope Francis on Friday appealed to religious leaders to help bring the world back from "the brink of a delicate precipice" and oppose a new race to rearm that he said was redesigning Cold War-era spheres of influence.

Reuters

Pope Francis arrives in Bahrain on first trip to the Gulf nation

Pope calls for an end to rights violations during trip to Bahrain, which has been criticised for alleged rights abuses.

Al Jazeera

Sultan of Oman Concludes Bahrain Visit, Stresses Development of Bilateral Ties

Sultan of Oman Haitham bin Tariq concluded on Tuesday an official two-day visit to Bahrain. King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa saw him off at the airport. The two monarchs had witnessed the signing of a number of agreements between their countries tackling security and investment. The leaders also held…

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Bahrain, UAE Congratulate Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed on Being Named PM

Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates congratulated on Wednesday Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on being named prime minister. Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz made the announcement in a Royal Decree on Tuesday. In a cable, Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa wished…

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Saudi Crown Prince Meets with Bahrain’s King

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz met in Jeddah on Sunday with Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the Saudi Press Agency reported. At the beginning of the reception, the Crown Prince welcomed the King in the Kingdom, while the Bahraini monarch said he was happy to visit…

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Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Meets with King of Bahrain in Jeddah

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz received in Jeddah on Sunday Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. King Salman threw a luncheon banquet in honor of his guest, who had arrived in the Kingdom earlier on Sunday. He was welcomed upon his arrival at Jeddah’s…

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Alamein Meeting Discusses Means to Consolidate Regional Security, Stability

The leaders of Egypt, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates and Jordan reiterated on Tuesday their support for efforts to consolidate security and stability in the region. Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi held talks with Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and…

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King Salman Receives Calls from Arab Leaders after Success of Hajj

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz received on Wednesday a number of telephone calls from Arab leaders, who congratulated Saudi Arabia on the successful organization of the annual Hajj pilgrimage. He received calls from United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Bahrain’s King…

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King Salman Receives Message from King of Bahrain

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz received on Wednesday a written message from Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. The message focused on the fraternal bilateral ties that bind their countries and peoples and ways to boost them in various fields and on all levels.…

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Bahrain, Egypt Assert Cohesion of Joint Security

Bahraini King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa praised Egypt's pivotal and influential role in the Middle East, saying it is an essential pillar of Arab and regional security. Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi stressed that Arab unity and solidarity and the alignment of positions are the most effective ways to…

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Egypt, Bahrain Discuss Cooperation, Regional Developments

Egyptian Abdel Fattah al-Sisi kicked off on Tuesday a two-day visit to Bahrain, flying in from Oman, as part of a Gulf tour. King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa received Sisi at al-Sakhir Palace in Manama.

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King of Bahrain Issues Decrees of Appointments

Bahraini King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa issued several decrees for new appointments at the Prime Minister's office and restructuring the Board of Trustees of the Isa Award for Service to Humanity and the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs. The King issued a decree appointing Hamad Yaqoub al-Mahmeed as Director…

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Gulf-Russian Meeting in Riyadh to Strengthen Relations, Discuss Ukraine Crisis

Foreign ministers of Gulf Cooperation Council countries will hold a regular meeting on Wednesday at the headquarters of the GCC Secretariat in Riyadh. The top diplomats will discuss several reports, strategic dialogues with countries and global blocs, in addition to the latest regional and international developments. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei…

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King of Bahrain, Russian FM Discuss Ukraine

Bahrain's King Sheikh Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa received in Manama on Monday Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov. Talks focused on the latest regional and international developments, most notably the situation in Ukraine. King Hamad stressed to his guest the importance of resolving the conflict in Ukraine in a way…

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