Author: News Desk

Manama : The “Sheyam Al Khayr” humanitarian volunteer team, headed by Her Highness Shaikha Sheema bint Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Head of Humanitarian Voluntary Initiatives at the Royal Humanitarian Foundation (RHF), launched the “Our Eid is Different with Sheyam Al Khayr” initiative, through which volunteers distribute Eid gifts to more than 200 children of the RHF. The initiative aims to bring happiness to the children of the RHF and share the atmosphere of Eid Al Fitr by delivering gifts to their homes. This ensures they remain safe and secure in their residences, while also promoting community solidarity, compassion, and…

Umm Al Qaiwain: The Government Media Office of Umm Al Quwain in the United Arab Emirates stated that a building in the emirate was targeted by a drone. The incident resulted in a fire but caused no injuries, and the relevant teams in the emirate have begun taking the necessary measures to deal with the incident.

Dubai : Dubai Civil Aviation Authority announced on Monday morning the temporary suspension of flights at Dubai International Airport as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of all passengers and staff. The authority advised the  travellers to contact their respective airlines for the latest updates regarding their flights. The authority said that further updates will be announced through official channels as soon as they become available.

Abu Dhabi : Abu Dhabi authorities have responded to an incident involving a missile falling on a civilian vehicle in the Al Bahyah area, resulting in one casualty of Palestinian nationality.

Manama : His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee (BOC), issued Edict (3) of 2026, regarding the appointment of a new member to the Board of Directors of the Bahrain Modern Pentathlon Federation. The decision was issued after reviewing Decree (21) of 1989, promulgating the Law of Associations, Social and Cultural Clubs, Private Bodies Operating in the Field of Youth and Sports, and Private establishments, and based on the proposal by the Secretary-General of the BOC, Article (1) of the decision stipulates the appointment of Salah Ali Mohammed Saleh Al Subaie as a…

Manama : The Ministry of Foreign Affairs continues its intensive efforts to facilitate the return of Bahraini citizens who are currently abroad through land ports, as part of its ongoing monitoring of current regional developments and its constant commitment to ensuring the safety and security of citizens. These efforts are undertaken in cooperation and coordination with the relevant authorities in the Kingdom of Bahrain and their counterparts in the member states of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), in addition to direct coordination with the Kingdom of Bahrain’s embassies abroad. The embassies continue to follow up on the conditions of Bahraini…

Manama : Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, has announced the expansion of its temporary operations via King Fahad International Airport in Dammam (DMM), with flights now available for commercial booking to all passengers for travel between 15- 16 March 2026. This travel period is subject to extension, and new dates will be announced in due course.  This development follows the airline’s earlier repatriation and limited services via Dammam and reflects Gulf Air’s continued efforts to maintain connectivity to and from the Kingdom of Bahrain during the temporary closure of Bahrain’s airspace. Passengers can now book…

Manama : The Ministry of Interior announced that the General Directorate of Criminal Investigation and Forensic Science has arrested five individuals and identified a sixth, a fugitive abroad, for their involvement in collecting and passing sensitive and precise information to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) through terrorist elements based in Iran, as well as recruiting terrorist operatives to take part in carrying out terrorist plots against Bahrain. These acts were intended to undermine the state’s sovereignty, target security authorities and economic entities, spread fear and panic among citizens and residents, and risk the country’s security and safety.The arrestees are: Abbas…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today issued a circular on the Eid Al-Fitr holidays. The circular stipulates that the Kingdom’s ministries and public institutions will close on the day of Eid Al-Fitr and the two days that follow. Since the official holidays will fall on a Friday and Saturday, they will be compensated by extending the holiday by two more days.

Manama : Bahrain Islamic Bank (BisB) confirmed the full continuation of its operations across all branches, financial centres and digital services, with full adherence to all approved precautionary and regulatory measures to ensure the safety of customers and employees amid the current developments. This came in a statement by Fatema AlAlawi, Chief Executive Officer of BisB, who said that meeting customers’ banking needs remains a top priority within the proactive measures taken in line with the guidance of the leadership and government, expressing her appreciation to all frontline servicemen protecting the security and safety of the Kingdom of Bahrain. BisB urged its…