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Manama : As part of government efforts to enhance the quality of services and re-engineer services, the Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) developed its appeal service for foreign worker absence notifications into a digital service, enabling foreign workers to submit an appeal within 11 working days of the notification being filed. The enhanced service has reduced the number of administrative approvals required to complete the process by 25%, unified service information across all channels, and improved efficiency by providing a simpler and clearer user experience. Applications are processed within three working days. Ahmed Ebrahim Al Aradi, Deputy Chief Executive for…

New York : Noor bint Ali Al Khulaif, Minister of Sustainable Development and Chief Executive of the Bahrain Economic Development Board (EDB), participated in the opening of the Ministerial Segment of the High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF)). Ambassador Jamal Fares Al Rowaei, Permanent Representative of the Kingdom of Bahrain to the United Nations in New York, was present. Minister Al Khulaif delivered the Kingdom of Bahrain’s statement during the General Debate segment of the forum, held under the theme: “Delivering Better: Accelerating Urgent and Transformative Action to Achieve the SDGs by 2030”. The statement reaffirmed the Kingdom of…

Manama : The General Command of the Bahrain Defence Force (BDF) announced that Iran continues its systematic hostile approach through unlawful missile and drone attacks targeting civilians in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The General Command said that, with firm resolve and a high state of combat readiness, the Bahrain Defence Force’s air defence systems successfully intercepted and destroyed several treacherous Iranian aerial attacks on the morning of Monday, July 13. The General Command confirmed that all its services and units remain at the highest levels of readiness and full defensive preparedness to protect the Kingdom. It urged the public to…

Manama : Bahrain and Kuwait Bank (BBK) renewed its partnership with Youth City 2030, organised by the Ministry of Youth Affairs in cooperation with the Labour Fund (Tamkeen), reaffirming its support for developing Bahraini youth capabilities and enhancing their contribution to national development. Rawan bint Najeeb Tawfiqi, Minister of Youth Affairs, said the continued partnership with BBK reflects the importance of cooperation with leading national institutions in supporting Youth City 2030 programmes and expanding their developmental impact. She said the partnership has enriched the initiative’s programmes over the years by helping develop young talent, strengthen skills and prepare participants for…

Manama : The Bahrain Red Crescent Society (BRCS) launched its summer camp with the participation of a group of young men and women. The two-week training programme aims to develop participants’ personal and leadership skills, strengthen the values of humanitarian and volunteer work, and raise awareness of health and environmental issues. The programme brings together a group of specialists and trainers who are delivering practical and interactive workshops on a wide range of topics. The sessions are designed to maximise participants’ learning and equip them with the knowledge and skills needed to respond effectively to different situations, while preparing young…

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa departed the Kingdom for the State of Qatar to offer condolences to His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, following the passing of His Highness the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, was present to bid farewell to HM the King.

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa issued Decree (36) of 2026 appointing assistant undersecretaries at the Ministry of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture, based on the proposal of the Minister of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture and following the approval of the Cabinet. The decree stipulates that Sadiq Jaafar Al Sitri, Assistant Undersecretary for Resources and Information, shall be appointed Assistant Undersecretary for Expropriation and Municipal Councils Affairs. Sabah Abdulkhaleq Isa Al Sabah, Assistant Undersecretary for Joint Municipal Services, shall be appointed Assistant Undersecretary for Projects. Ahmed Hassan Abdulla Humaidan, Director of the Central Internal Audit Directorate at…

Braga : Bahrain’s national boxing team won seven medals, including four gold, one silver and two bronze, at the Braga International Open Boxing Championship, held in Portugal on July 10 – 12. The gold medals were won by Mohammed Mubarak Hareb, Sayed Alawi Hashim, Mohammed Atiyah and Jayden Price. Mohammed Momen claimed the silver medal, while Rashid Waheed and Maryam Jassim secured bronze medals. Jayden Price was also named Best Boxer in his age category. Rashid Isa Flayfel, President of the Bahrain Boxing Federation, said the achievement reflects the continued progress of Bahrain’s combat sports under the vision of HH…

Manama :  The Head of the Terrorism Crimes Prosecution announced that the High Criminal Court heard the case against a number of defendants charged with joining a terrorist organisation. The organisation was established with the objective of suspending the provisions of the Constitution and the laws, preventing state institutions and authorities from carrying out their duties, harming national unity, and altering the Kingdom’s constitutional system by promoting the ideology of Wilayat al Faqih, advocating complete allegiance to the Supreme Leader of Iran and subordination to its political authority. According to the prosecution, the organisation allegedly sought to achieve those objectives…

Abu Dhabi : The United Arab Emirates (UAE) condemned in the strongest terms the renewed Iranian missile and drone attacks targeting the Kingdom of Bahrain, the State of Kuwait, and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the UAE affirmed that the attacks constitute a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of the three countries and a threat to their security and stability. The ministry also reaffirmed the UAE’s full solidarity with Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan, and its support for all efforts to safeguard their security and stability.