Monday, April 20, 2026


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  • His Majesty King Hamad’s representative for humanitarian work and youth affairs and Supreme Council for Youth and Sports (SCYS) chairman Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa chaired a meeting of the SCYS. The meeting was attended by SCYS first deputy chairman, General Sports Authority chairman and Bahrain Olympic Committee president Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa and SCYS members. The council reviewed latest developments in the national ‘Lamea’ project and other initiatives.
    SCYS meeting held
    15-04-2026 00:00 AM
  • <p>Bahrain Defence Force (BDF) Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Theyab bin Saqr Al Nuaimi yesterday received US Ambassador Stephanie Hallett and the accompanying delegation, in the presence of BDF General Command Financial and Technical Affairs Adviser Shaikh Mohammed bin Khalifa Al Khalifa. Lt Gen Al Nuaimi praised the longstanding Bahrain-US relations and their continued progress across various fields, particularly in military affairs and defence co-operation.</p> <div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div>
    Bahrain-US military ties highlighted
    15-04-2026 00:00 AM
  • Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution secretary general Professor Marike Paulsson led a high-level discussion on the future of arbitration, held on the sidelines of the 27th Congress of the International Council for Commercial Arbitration in Madrid. The session was hosted by Hawar Circle in collaboration with the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators. The session brought together leading figures from the international arbitration community.
    Focus on future of arbitration
    15-04-2026 00:02 AM
  • <p>A worker carries traditional sweets as Palestinians prepare for Eid Al Fitr in Jerusalem&rsquo;s Old City.</p>
    Eid delights
    20-03-2026 01:37 AM
  • <p><em><strong>A Box of Goodness initiative</strong></em></p> <p>The Pakistani Women&rsquo;s Association provided 100 warm meals to individuals at a mosque in Sitra, while community group A Box of Goodness distributed more than 300 iftar meals in Budaiya, ensuring vital support reached those in need during the holy month.&nbsp;</p> <div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div>
    Iftar meals for needy
    18-03-2026 00:00 AM
  • <p>Industry and Commerce Minister Abdulla bin Adel Fakhro received French Ambassador Eric Giraud-Telme. </p><p>The minister commended the strong Bahraini-French ties and steadily advancing relations between Bahrain and France, noting the continued expansion of co-operation across a range of sectors, particularly in trade and investment. </p><p>The meeting also discussed latest regional and international developments, the situation in the region, and issues of mutual interest.</p>
    Trade relations in focus
    20-04-2026 02:28 AM
  • <p>Foreign Minister Dr Abdullatif Al Zayani received Egyptian Ambassador Reham Khalil at the ministry’s headquarters. </p><p>They reviewed the longstanding ties between Bahrain and Egypt, highlighting the steady growth of co-operation across various domains. </p><p>They discussed strategic means to further strengthen bilateral frameworks and expand partnerships to serve the shared interests of both nations. </p><p>They also exchanged views on regional and international developments.</p>
    Egypt ties discussed
    20-04-2026 02:31 AM
  • <p>Customs president Shaikh Ahmed bin Hamad Al Khalifa received Italian Ambassador Andrea Catalano.</p> <p>They discussed means to enhance co-operation in the customs field, particularly in light of the outcomes of the visit of the Italian Special Envoy to the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), reflecting interest in enhancing Bahrain&rsquo;s role in this initiative.</p> <p>They also discussed prospects for co-operation in the customs and logistics fields.</p>
    Customs ties in spotlight
    14-04-2026 00:58 AM
  • <p>The Foreign Ministry summoned Ahmed Ismail Al Karawi, Charge d&rsquo;Affaires of Iraqi Embassy in Bahrain, and conveyed Bahrain&rsquo;s unequivocal condemnation and strong denunciation of the continued hostile drone attacks launched from Iraqi territory against the kingdom and GCC states.</p> <p>Ministry director general of bilateral relations Ambassador Shaikh Abdulla bin Ali Al Khalifa delivered a formal note of protest to the Iraqi official, underscoring the urgent need for Iraq to address these attacks.</p>
    Envoy summoned
    14-04-2026 00:59 AM
  • <p>The delightful sounds of young children playing, learning and joyfully interacting once again could be heard across the nation as nurseries and kindergartens reopened their doors yesterday.</p> <p>Pupils were welcomed back to classrooms for the first time in weeks &ndash; with many parents turning up confidently for the optional return to in-person learning.</p> <p>Above, Hoor Mahfoodh, 4, excited to be back to kindergarten yesterday.</p>
    Toddlers back to school
    06-04-2026 01:06 AM
  • <p>Bahrain&rsquo;s Ambassador to India Abdulrahman Al Qaoud, as part of Bahrain&rsquo;s chairmanship of the 46th session of the GCC, chaired a meeting of GCC ambassadors in New Delhi with India&rsquo;s Minister of External Affairs Dr Subrahmanyam Jaishankar.</p> <p>Ambassador Al Qaoud highlighted the strong ties between the GCC and India. He also expressed appreciation for India&rsquo;s backing of United Nations Security Council Resolution 2817 and its efforts to promote regional and global security and stability.</p>
    India ties in spotlight
    26-03-2026 02:29 AM
  • <p>His Majesty King Hamad, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, visits the injured who are receiving medical care following the recent hostile Iranian attacks.</p> <p>His Majesty was accompanied by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces and Prime Minister.</p>
    King visits heroes
    26-03-2026 02:27 AM
  • King visits heroes
    26-03-2026 02:27 AM
  • King visits heroes
    26-03-2026 02:27 AM
  • King visits heroes
    26-03-2026 02:27 AM
  • <p>Tankers have been deployed across the kingdom to collect accumulated rainwater after showers lashed Bahrain yesterday.</p> <p>Above, rainwater being drained out from a waterlogged area.</p>
    Rains lash Bahrain
    24-03-2026 02:34 AM
  • <p>Al Fateh Avenue in the Capital Governorate before and after the water was removed.</p>
    Rains lash Bahrain
    24-03-2026 02:34 AM
  • <p>Iftar meals were distributed to labourers at their accommodation in Sitra by the unregistered group Lights of Kindness.</p>
    Iftar meals for labourers
    19-03-2026 01:13 AM
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    Iftar meals for labourers
    19-03-2026 01:13 AM
  • <p>The Migrant Workers Protection Society distributed dry rations and essential food supplies to workers in Isa Town to ease financial stress during the ongoing regional escalations.</p>
    Aid for workers
    19-03-2026 00:29 AM
  • Aid for workers
    19-03-2026 00:29 AM
  • <p>Workers collect iftar meals during the distribution drive</p> <p>Members of the local biker group Desi Riders have distributed 1,000 iftar packets to workers in Manama.</p> <p>The group, set up in 2006, has been providing hot meals as part of its annual Ramadan food drive since last month.</p> <p>It is common for charitable organisations, volunteers and individuals to collect and distribute meals to the less-fortunate during the holy month.</p>
    Iftar meals distributed
    17-03-2026 00:27 AM
  • A worker receives an iftar packet from a member of the biker group
    Iftar meals distributed
    17-03-2026 00:27 AM
  • <p>Interior Minister General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa yesterday visited the General Directorate of Civil Defence to review security readiness and efficiency in dealing with the repercussions of the Iranian aggression targeting Bahrain.</p>
    Interior Minister visits Civil Defence
    15-03-2026 03:16 AM
  • <p>Industry and Commerce Minister Abdulla bin Adel Fakhro conducted an inspection visit yesterday to monitor food and essential supplies in the market.</p> <p>He toured the Manama Central Market as part of a series of inspections across Bahrain amid ongoing developments following hostile Iranian attacks targeting the kingdom and the region.</p>
    Minister reviews essential supplies
    05-03-2026 00:49 AM
  • Majlises ‘defining feature of Bahrain’s social fabric’
    27-02-2026 01:40 AM
  • Majlises ‘defining feature of Bahrain’s social fabric’
    27-02-2026 01:40 AM
  • <p>His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, yesterday visited the majlises of Bahrain Defence Force (BDF) Commander-in-Chief Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa as well as the Al Musallam and the Al Zayani families. </p><p>Above, HRH Prince Salman at the BDF Commander-in-Chief’s majlis. </p><p><br></p>
    HRH Prince Salman visits majlises
    24-02-2026 02:32 AM
  • <p>Above, HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister visits the Al Zayani family’s majlis</p>
    HRH Prince Salman visits majlises
    24-02-2026 02:32 AM
  • <p>HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister visits the Al Musallam family&rsquo;s majlis.</p>
    HRH Prince Salman visits majlises
    24-02-2026 02:32 AM