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Geneva : The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) reported that nearly 1,000 migrants and refugees have died in the Mediterranean Sea since the start of 2026. More than 180 people were reported dead or missing in recent shipwrecks, bringing the total number of fatalities this year to at least 990, according to IOM. Around 765 deaths were recorded in the Central Mediterranean, an increase of more than 150 per cent compared with the same period in 2025. The organisation noted that arrivals have declined, with about 6,200 recorded in Italy so far in 2026, compared with 9,400 during the same…

Kuwait : The Ministry of Interior of the State of Kuwait affirmed that the Iranian attacks over the past 24 hours resulted in significant material damage to infrastructure facilities, power generation units, refining plants, and fuel tanks, in addition to several fires breaking out at various locations. Brigadier General Nasser Bouslaib, Spokesperson of the Ministry, said that over the past 24 hours, Iran launched multiple hostile drone attacks targeting key facilities in Kuwait, including sites belonging to Kuwait Petroleum Corporation and the Ministry of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energy. He said the attacks hit oil facilities and three power and…

Jeddah : His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, received a phone call today from Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al Hamad Al Sabah, the Crown Prince of the State of Kuwait. The two sides discussed the latest developments in the region, particularly the ceasefire agreement reached between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran, thanks to the efforts of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, according to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA). They also affirmed the commitment of Saudi Arabia and Kuwait…

Kuwait : The Ministry of Defence of the State of Kuwait announced that several facilities affiliated with Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) had been subjected to an intensive and large-scale series of Iranian attacks over consecutive hours. Colonel Staff Saud Al Atwan, Spokesman of the Ministry of Defence, said in a statement that three power generation and water distillation plants were targeted by unmanned aerial vehicles, resulting in significant material damage. He added that despite a two-week ceasefire raising hopes for de-escalation and ending hostilities, Iranian attacks on Kuwait continued since early Wednesday, reflecting a clear determination to persist in targeting…

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa ratified and issued Law (14) of 2026, approving the framework agreement on contributing to the financing of the Shaikh Jaber Al Ahmad Al Sabah Highway Development Project (Phase II) between the Government of the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development, following approval by the Shura Council and the Council of Representatives. The law ratifies the framework agreement which covers the terms, scope, and mechanisms of funding for the project as agreed by both parties. The Prime Minister and the ministers, each within their capacity, shall…

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 194 ballistic missiles and 508 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. The General…

Manama : General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Minister of Interior, visited the National Ambulance Operations Centre and the General Directorate of Media and Security Culture as part of ongoing follow up on readiness and efficiency in addressing the repercussions of the Iranian aggression and enhancing emergency response mechanisms. At the outset of the visit, the minister conveyed the greetings and appreciation of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, and His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces and…

Manama : The Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) and the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) announced the establishment of a currency swap agreement between the Bahraini dinar (BHD) and the UAE dirham (AED), signed during a virtual ceremony. The agreement has a nominal value of BHD 2 billion (AED 20 billion) and a term of five years. It was signed by Khaled Mohamed Balama, Governor of the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates, and Khalid Humaidan, Governor of the Central Bank of Bahrain, and aims to strengthen financial and monetary cooperation between the two countries. Balama…

Riyadh : Turki Al Malki, Official Spokesperson of the Ministry of Defence of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, announced that nine drones were intercepted and destroyed in recent hours.

Manama : The Civil Aviation Affairs at the Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications has announced the reopening of airspace over the Kingdom of Bahrain, following a temporary closure that was implemented as a precautionary measure in light of recent developments in the region. Civil Aviation Affairs emphasised its commitment to ensuring the smooth operation of air traffic in accordance with the highest safety and security standards, in continuous coordination with the relevant authorities, to safeguard the safety of aviation and travellers.