Friday, July 4, 2025


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  • <p>Foreign Minister Dr Abdullatif Al Zayani yesterday received Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) secretary-general Dr Marcin Czepelak accompanied by Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution (BCDR) secretary-general Professor Marike Paulsson.</p> <p>The meeting reviewed the existing co-operation between Bahrain and the PCA, and affirmed the important role played by both the PCA and BCDR in promoting the rule of law and advancing peaceful mechanisms for dispute resolution.</p> <p>Bahrain reiterated its support for the initiatives led by the PCA and BCDR aimed at strengthening international justice and advancing the resolution of disputes through peaceful means such as conciliation, arbitration, and mediation.</p> <p>The meeting was attended by ministry director general of legal affairs and human rights Dr Yousef Abdulkarim Bucheeri.</p>
    Top PCA official received
    18-06-2025 02:25 AM
  • <p>Foreign Minister Dr Abdullatif Al Zayani yesterday received a congressional delegation from the US. </p><p>They discussed strong and longstanding partnership and its ongoing development in various domains. </p><p>The officials emphasised the importance of supporting regional initiatives to promote dialogue, understanding, diplomatic solutions, and a culture of peace, tolerance and coexistence to enhance regional security and stability.</p>
    Meeting spotlight on strong US partnership
    17-06-2025 01:38 AM
  • <p>CYCLING &ndash; THE Bahrain Cycling Association (BCA) hosted the first Sand Challenge mountain bike race for 2025. The event covered a distance of four kilometres in the adults&rsquo; category, two km for the juniors category, and a half-kilometre distance for the under-10 category.</p> <p>More than 70 cyclists, both citizens and residents, took part in the race. Hussain Mohammed Ali was the overall victor.</p> <p>Following the event, the winners were presented their respective medals by BCA officials.</p> <p>Above, the participants after the race.</p>
    BCA hosts Sand Challenge mountain bike race
    17-06-2025 01:19 AM
  • <p>US President Donald Trump yesterday hosted the military&rsquo;s largest parade in decades in Washington DC, marking 250 years of the US Army.</p> <p>The Republican president addressed the event, which involved about 6,000 soldiers and included flyovers and fireworks.</p> <p>Thousands attended the parade in the nation&rsquo;s capital, which fell on Trump&rsquo;s 79th birthday.</p> <p>Image above, Trump, US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth and first lady Melania Trump gesture while they listen to the US national anthem during the parade.&nbsp;</p>
    Trump’s grand military show
    15-06-2025 02:13 AM
  • <p>Above, soldiers and an army band march during the parade.</p>
    Trump’s grand military show
    15-06-2025 02:13 AM
  • <p>Bahrain Defence Force (BDF) Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Theyab bin Saqr Al Nuaimi chaired a meeting of the Joint Security Committee yesterday.</p> <p>The officials reviewed mechanisms to enhance co-operation and integration among Bahrain&rsquo;s military and security entities, with the aim of strengthening field co-ordination and joint operations.</p> <p>Discussions also focused on supporting efforts to reinforce security and stability and improving co-ordination and response capabilities to safeguard the kingdom, its citizens and residents.</p> <p>Public Security chief Lieutenant General Tariq Al Hassan, National Guard director of staff Lieutenant General Shaikh Abdulaziz bin Saud Al Khalifa, and a number of senior officers and officials from relevant entities attended the meeting.</p>
    Security mechanisms reviewed
    14-06-2025 00:44 AM
  • <p>Social Development Minister and Arab Social Affairs Ministers Council’s 44th session chair Osama Al Alawi delivered an opening address at a high-level side event hosted by the Social Affairs Sector of the Arab League on the sidelines of the 18th session of the Conference of States Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (COSP18).</p><p> Discussions focused on advancing social development policies aimed at supporting and empowering persons with disabilities, particularly in the areas of entrepreneurship and innovative financing.</p><p> He also held bilateral meetings with UN Women executive director Dr Sima Bahous and Hungary’s Minister of State for Disability Policy at the Interior Ministry Dr Ádám Kósa.</p>
    Minister addresses high-level meeting
    14-06-2025 00:45 AM
  • Minister addresses high-level meeting
    14-06-2025 00:45 AM
  • <p>Northern Governor Ali Al Asfoor yesterday received outgoing Palestinian Ambassador Taha Mohammed Abdulqader, and praised strong bilateral relations.</p> <p>He also commended the ambassador&rsquo;s efforts in strengthening co-operation and co-ordination between the two countries in various fields.</p> <p>Ambassador Abdulqader expressed his thanks and appreciation to Bahrain, its leadership, government and people for the welcome and co-operation he received during his tenure, wishing the kingdom further progress and prosperity.</p>
    Role of Palestinian envoy praised
    14-06-2025 00:38 AM
  • <p>His Majesty King Hamad yesterday received UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, on the occasion of his visit to participate in the Bahrain-UAE Business Forum.</p> <p>Dr Al Zeyoudi conveyed to His Majesty the greetings and best wishes of continued progress and prosperity for Bahrain from UAE President Shaikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and UAE Vice President, Prime Minister, and Dubai Ruler Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.</p>
    King meets UAE minister
    13-06-2025 00:28 AM
  • <p>Finance and National Economy Minister Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa yesterday met UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi during his visit to Bahrain. They reviewed Bahraini-UAE co-operation, particularly in the economic and financial domains, and discussed means to strengthen ties. Shaikh Salman highlighted the importance of building on joint achievements and continuing to advance economic integration for the benefit of both countries. He highlighted deep-rooted relations, grounded in strong foundations of collaboration and mutual interests. He also noted the support of His Majesty King Hamad and UAE President Shaikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in promoting ties across various domains.</p> <div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div>
    Trade co-operation discussed
    13-06-2025 00:00 AM
  • Foreign Minister Dr Abdullatif Al Zayani received US Ambassador Steven C Bondy at the ministry’s headquarters. The meeting reviewed the longstanding relations and close ties between Bahrain and the US and discussed means to enhance co-operation across various domains in support of mutual interests. The two sides also addressed regional and international matters of common concern. The meeting was attended by Foreign Ministry Under-Secretary for Political Affairs Khaled Al Jalahma, and Director of the Co-ordination and Follow-up Sector Saeed Abdul Khaliq.
    Relations reviewed
    12-06-2025 00:00 AM
  • BDF Commander-in-Chief Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa received Finance and National Economy Minister Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa. The two sides discussed several topics related to the co-operation and co-ordination between the BDF and the ministry. BDF General Command Financial and Technical Adviser Shaikh Mohammed bin Khalifa Al Khalifa was present.
    Co-operation discussed
    12-06-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p>Public Security chief and Royal Police Academy Scientific Council chairman Lieutenant General Tariq Al Hassan chaired a meeting of the council. The meeting reviewed preparations for upcoming graduation ceremonies, including an event organised in co-operation with the University of Huddersfield to celebrate the graduation of 51 students from the Master&rsquo;s programmes in Human Rights and Criminal Justice, and Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics. Preparations were also discussed for a separate ceremony marking the graduation of 158 students from the academy&rsquo;s postgraduate programmes.</p> <div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div>
    Graduation preparations
    12-06-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p>A summer football camp by scores.bh and Gravity Village has launched.</p> <p>The programme is designed for boys and girls aged five to 15, and it aims to develop their football skills through both individual and team-based training sessions.</p> <p>The camp is being held at the Gravity Zallaq fields every Monday and Wednesday until June 30, between 5pm and 6.30pm.</p> <p>Parents are encouraged to register their children early to secure their spots in this dynamic sports camp.</p> <p>For registration and inquiries, contact 39879554 or visit the Instagram page @scores.bh.</p> <p>Image above a coach interacts with participants</p>
    Summer football camp launched
    11-06-2025 04:38 AM
  • <p>Youngsters in action</p>
    Summer football camp launched
    11-06-2025 04:38 AM
  • <p>A group of the participants</p>
    Summer football camp launched
    11-06-2025 04:38 AM
  • <p>His Majesty King Hamad performed Eid Al Adha prayers yesterday at Sakhir Palace Mosque, in the presence of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister.</p> <p>The sons of His Majesty, senior members of the Royal Family, ministers, and senior officers from the Bahrain Defence Force, the Interior Ministry and the National Guard, diplomats and other worshippers also performed the prayers at the mosque.</p>
    King performs Eid prayers
    07-06-2025 00:38 AM
  • King performs Eid prayers
    07-06-2025 00:38 AM
  • King performs Eid prayers
    07-06-2025 00:38 AM
  • <p>Bahraini pilgrims yesterday arrived from Muzdalifa to Mina on the first day of Eid Al Adha to perform the stoning of the devil ritual.</p> <p>They will now move to the Holy Mosque for Tawaf (going round the Kaaba seven times) and Sa&rsquo;i (walking and running seven times between the two hills of Safa and Marwa).</p> <p>They will complete the Haj pilgrimage by staying overnight in Mina and throwing pebbles at the three pillars representing the devil.</p> <p>Bahrain&rsquo;s Haj Mission head Shaikh Adnan Al Qattan praised the efforts of Saudi Arabia in ensuring the success of Haj and the safety of pilgrims.</p>
    Bahraini pilgrims perform stoning ritual
    07-06-2025 00:38 AM
  • <div>Pilgrims gathered at Mount Arafat yesterday for the pinnacle of the Haj pilgrimage, standing in prayer and reflection on the outskirts of Mecca. Arafat Day is considered the most essential pillar of Haj and, without it, the pilgrimage is deemed incomplete.</div> <div></div> <div>From noon to sunset, pilgrims assembled at vast plains of Arafat, where the Prophet Mohammed is believed to have delivered his final sermon.</div> <div></div> <div>With more than two million pilgrims converging on Mecca this year, officials increased safety measures amid the heat, enforcing strict penalties against unauthorised visitors to curb overcrowding.</div> <div></div> <div>Officials say all resources have been mobilised to ensure a safe, comfortable and spiritually fulfilling experience, the Saudi Press Agency said. Authorities have advised pilgrims to remain in their air conditioned tents between 10am and 4pm, when the desert heat peaks.</div> <div></div> <div>Above, pilgrims gather at Mount Arafat.&nbsp;</div>
    Pilgrims pray at Mount Arafat
    06-06-2025 00:33 AM
  • <p>Supreme Council for Youth and Sport first deputy chairman, General Sports Authority (GSA) chairman, and Bahrain Olympic Committee (BOC) president Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa visited the national team’s training session last night at the National Stadium in Riffa. </p><p>Shaikh Khalid was accompanied by GSA deputy chairman Shaikh Salman bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, BOC vice-president Shaikh Isa bin Ali bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, and Bahrain Football Association vice president Shaikh Khalifa bin Ali bin Isa Al Khalifa. </p><p>Shaikh Khalid spoke with the players and staff and wished them the best in tonight’s match against Saudi Arabia in the third round of Asian qualifiers for the Fifa World Cup 2026. </p><p>Above, Bahrain head coach Dragan Talajic welcomes Shaikh Khalid to the training session</p>
    Strong support
    05-06-2025 00:53 AM
  • <p>The Bahrain Haj Mission held a co-ordination meeting with licensed Bahraini tour operators to ensure smooth and organised entry of pilgrims to the holy sites.</p> <p>During the meeting, Bahrain Haj Mission security committee head Major Ahmed Al Ahmed thanked the tour operators for their co-operation and commitment to the instructions from the Bahrain Haj Mission and the relevant authorities in Saudi Arabia, which play an important role in ensuring the safety and security of pilgrims.</p> <p>He emphasised the importance of co-operation between the mission and tour operators to ensure a successful Haj season and the highest level of organisation.</p> <p>Security committee member Nasser Al Saadoun presented the transport plan. He explained that the meeting aimed to clarify the organisational instructions for entering the holy sites and transporting pilgrims, including adhering to the set timings and routes for each campaign, in line with the directives of the Saudi authorities, to ensure the comfort and safety of all pilgrims.</p>
    Haj Mission holds meeting with tour operators
    04-06-2025 00:22 AM
  • DECEMBER 1985: The main control room of a desalination plant in Bahrain.
    Bygone Bahrain: A nostalgic trip through the GDN and Gulf Mirror archives
    03-06-2025 02:07 AM
  • <p>More than 300 Kenyans in Bahrain gathered to celebrate Madaraka Day. Present at the event at the Swiss International Palace Hotel in Manama was Kenyan Ambassador to Bahrain (resident in Kuwait) Halima Abdille Mahmoud. </p><p>Every year on June 1, Kenyans celebrate Madaraka Day, a significant national holiday that marks the country’s attainment of internal self-rule from British colonial rule in 1963.</p>
    Kenyans celebrate Madaraka Day
    03-06-2025 02:08 AM
  • <p>His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, yesterday met Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities (Baca) president Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa and members of the team who participated in the 19th International Architecture Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia (Biennale Architettura 2025), at Gudaibiya Palace.<br></p><p>The meeting took place following Bahrain’s pavilion being awarded Best National Participation at the exhibition in Italy. </p><p>HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister highlighted Bahrain’s rich and diverse architectural heritage, underlining the kingdom’s commitment to preserving it for future generations and showcasing it to the international community through various initiatives and distinctive visions.</p>
    Showcasing Bahrain’s best
    03-06-2025 00:42 AM
  • <p><em><strong>The newly-elected BMS board with society members.</strong></em></p><p>The Bahrain Medical Society (BMS) has elected its new board for the 2025-2027 term. The seven members are: Dr Amer Alderazi (president), Dr Amal Al Ghaem (vice-president), Dr Maram Al Sharbaty (secretary-general), Dr Hamza Muneer (treasurer), Dr Yousef Al Tahoo, Dr Amal Dawood and Dr Ghada Al Zayani (executive committee members). The board outlined priorities such as launching new professional development initiatives, strengthening international affiliations and expanding co-operation with local, regional and global health institutions. Founded in 1972, BMS works to safeguard the rights, promote ethical practice and elevate the status of the medical profession.&nbsp;</p><div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div><style> .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-text-selected-show-button { display: block !important; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-expanded { width: 400px; border: 0px; cursor: default; height: 350px; overflow: auto; box-shadow: rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.05) 0px 0px 0px 1px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.1) 0px 3px 6px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.2) 0px 9px 24px; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded) { width: 35px; height: 35px; background: transparent; border-radius: 50%; opacity: 0.5; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::before { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 35px; height: 35px; background-color: rgba(128, 0, 128, 0.5); border-radius: 50%; top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); animation: explain-selected-growAndFade 2.0s ease-in-out; animation-iteration-count: infinite; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded)::after { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 10px; height: 10px; background-color: rgb(128, 0, 128); top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); border-radius: 50%; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::after { width: 14px; height: 14px; } @keyframes explain-selected-growAndFade { 0% { width: 10px; height: 10px; opacity: 1; } 100% { width: 30px; height: 30px; opacity: 0; } } .explain-selected-button { display: none !important; width: 120px; height: 28px; border-radius: 4px; border: 0px; position: absolute; z-index: 9999; opacity: 1; cursor: pointer; background: white; text-align:left; font-family: Tahoma,Arial,Helvetica Neue,Helvetica,sans-serif; background-color: #fff; color: #333; } .swal2-icon-show-explainselected { border: none; } .swal2-container p { margin: 0 !important; } </style>
    Medical society elects new board
    03-06-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p><em><strong>The voting process underway</strong></em></p><div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div><style> .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-text-selected-show-button { display: block !important; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-expanded { width: 400px; border: 0px; cursor: default; height: 350px; overflow: auto; box-shadow: rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.05) 0px 0px 0px 1px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.1) 0px 3px 6px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.2) 0px 9px 24px; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded) { width: 35px; height: 35px; background: transparent; border-radius: 50%; opacity: 0.5; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::before { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 35px; height: 35px; background-color: rgba(128, 0, 128, 0.5); border-radius: 50%; top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); animation: explain-selected-growAndFade 2.0s ease-in-out; animation-iteration-count: infinite; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded)::after { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 10px; height: 10px; background-color: rgb(128, 0, 128); top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); border-radius: 50%; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::after { width: 14px; height: 14px; } @keyframes explain-selected-growAndFade { 0% { width: 10px; height: 10px; opacity: 1; } 100% { width: 30px; height: 30px; opacity: 0; } } .explain-selected-button { display: none !important; width: 120px; height: 28px; border-radius: 4px; border: 0px; position: absolute; z-index: 9999; opacity: 1; cursor: pointer; background: white; text-align:left; font-family: Tahoma,Arial,Helvetica Neue,Helvetica,sans-serif; background-color: #fff; color: #333; } .swal2-icon-show-explainselected { border: none; } .swal2-container p { margin: 0 !important; } </style>
    Medical society elects new board
    03-06-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p>Under the patronage of Supreme Council for Youth and Sports first deputy chairman, General Sports Authority chairman and Bahrain Olympic Committee president Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the 15th graduation ceremony of Al Hekma International School was held at the Gulf Hotel Conference Hall.</p> <p>The event was attended by Education Minister Dr Mohammed Mubarak Juma.</p> <p>Shaikh Khalid commended the important role educational institutions play in shaping Bahraini citizens, highlighing that investment in education is key to a prosperous future.</p> <p>He expressed pride in holding the ceremony under his patronage and sharing in the graduates&rsquo; joy.</p> <p>Shaikh Khalid also emphasised that education is the cornerstone of building societies, and that preparing a knowledgeable and culturally aware generation is essential for achieving comprehensive development in Bahrain.</p>
    Shaikh Khalid attends graduation ceremony
    02-06-2025 03:23 AM