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Manama : His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, His Majesty’s Representative for Humanitarian Works and Youth Affairs and Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports (SCYS), affirmed that Bahraini Youth Day, which falls on March 25, is a well-established national occasion that renews pride and appreciation for the continuous support Bahraini youth receive from His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, who has made young people the focus of the comprehensive reform process, and established youth empowerment as a fundamental pillar in building a modern Kingdom. HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad noted that the continuous…

Manama : Rawan bint Najeeb Tawfiqi, Minister of Youth Affairs, affirmed that the qualitative achievements of Bahraini youth across various sectors reflect the vision and significant support of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. She emphasised that His Majesty has established youth empowerment as a firm national priority, granting young people the confidence to be true partners in the nation’s development and construction. The Minister noted that the directives of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, have contributed to a clear government approach that places youth at the heart…

Manama : The General Command of the Bahrain Defence Force announced that through the unwavering vigilance of its personnel, the BDF’s air defence systems continue to successfully counter successive waves of the hostile terrorist Iranian aggression. Since the onset of hostilities, air defences have intercepted and destroyed 147 ballistic missiles and 282 drones targeting the Kingdom of Bahrain. The General Command expressed its pride in the exceptional combat readiness and vigilance demonstrated by BDF personnel, and commended their sustained operational effectiveness in defending the Kingdom. The performance of Bahrain’s forces continues to inspire confidence that the Kingdom’s skies remain secure.…

Abu Dhabi : His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, and His Excellency Aleksandar Vučić, President of the Republic of Serbia, discussed developments in the region amid the ongoing military escalation and its serious implications for regional and international security and stability. The two leaders also addressed the continued Iranian terrorist attacks targeting the UAE and other countries in the region, including attacks on civilians, civilian infrastructure, and vital facilities, noting that they constitute a violation of state sovereignty and international law. HE President Vučić condemned these attacks and reaffirmed Serbia’s solidarity with…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today chaired an extraordinary Cabinet meeting at Gudaibiya Palace. During the meeting, the Cabinet reiterated its condemnation of the hostile Iranian aggressions, stressing the importance of adhering to United Nations Security Council Resolution 2817, which strongly condemns and demands an immediate end to all Iranian attacks on the Arabian Gulf states and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. The resolution also calls for an immediate and unconditional cessation of any provocation or threat to neighbouring countries, upholding the inherent right of the GCC states…

Abu Dhabi : The UAE air defence systems on 23rd March 2026 engaged seven ballistic missiles and 16 UAVs launched from Iran. Since the onset of the blatant Iranian aggression, UAE air defences have engaged 352 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,789 UAVs. These attacks have resulted in the martyrdom of two members of the armed forces while performing their national duty, as well as six fatalities of Pakistani, Nepali, Bangladeshi and Palestinian nationalities. A total of 161 people were also injured, with injuries ranging from minor to moderate and severe. The injured included nationals of the UAE, Egypt,…

Manama : Rashid Equestrian and Horseracing Club (REHC) held the 25th race of the 2025/2026 season at its racecourse in Al Raffah. The race included the Cups of Majid Rashid Alzayani, Sarens Nass, Late S. Sharaf Al Alawi, Platinumlist, the Bahrain Jockey Academy, and Al Sakhir. The winners of the race cups were crowned, with Yusuf Osama Buheji, Member of the High Committee of REHC and Acting Chief Executive Officer, presenting the first round trophy to the winning trainer, Yousif Taher. His Highness Shaikh Sultan Al Deen bin Mohammed bin Salman Al Khalifa received the second round trophy from Khalid…

Doha : The Ministry of Interior announced that search and rescue operations following the helicopter crash in the State’s territorial waters have resulted in the recovery of six of the seven individuals on board. The ministry confirmed that all six have been found deceased, while specialised teams continue intensive efforts to locate the remaining missing person. In a statement posted on the X platform on Sunday, the ministry expressed its deepest condolences and sincere sympathies to the families of the deceased, praying to Almighty God to bestow His mercy upon them and grant their families patience and solace.

Abu Dhabi : The UAE air defences on Sunday intercepted 4 ballistic missiles and 25 UAVs launched from Iran. Since the start of the blatant Iranian attacks, UAE air defences have intercepted 345 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,773 UAVs. These attacks have resulted in the martyrdom of two members of the armed forces while performing their national duty, as well as six fatalities of other nationalities. A total of 160 people were also injured, with injuries ranging from minor to moderate and severe. The Ministry of Defence emphasised that it remains fully prepared and ready to deal with…

Manama : The Interior Ministry stated that a fire broke out in a warehouse belonging to a company after shrapnel fell as a result of the Iranian aggression. Civil Defence teams contained the fire, with no injuries reported.