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Manama : The Bahrain Defence Force (BDF) announced that live ammunition drills will take place in the northern maritime area (Hare Shtayyeh) on March 7, from 7:00 am to 12:00 pm, at a safety altitude of 21,000 feet. The BDF has called on those concerned to stay away from the designated area for their safety.

Manama : Shaikh Khalid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, the Deputy Prime Minister, inaugurated a 4.7 megawatt power station using photovoltaic solar panels operated by Imerys Al Zayani, marking the company’s 10th anniversary. Yasser bin Ibrahim Humaidan, Minister of Electricity and Water Affairs, and Abdullah bin Adel Fakhro, Minister of Industry and Commerce, were present. Upon arrival, Shaikh Khalid bin Abdullah was received by Khalid Rashid Al Zayani, Chairman of Imerys Al Zayani Board of Directors and Honorary Board of Directors Chairman of Al Zayani Investments; and Alessandro Dazza, CEO of Imerys. Shaikh Khalid was briefed on the progress of the…

Manama : Max Verstappen claimed a magnificent victory this evening in an historic andrecord-breaking Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2024—the Kingdom of Bahrain’s 20thanniversary F1 race held at a brilliantly lit Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) in Sakhir.The three-time defending drivers’ world champion started from pole and dominated the 57-lap event, celebrating “20 Years of a Modern Classic” as the first-ever F1 Saturday night race inBahrain. As a spectacular fireworks display dotted the night sky, Verstappen crossed the finish linewith a 22-second gap, leading Red Bull teammate Sergio Perez to a sensational one-two. Theywere joined on the podium by…

Manama : Luke Browning powered Hitech Pulse-Eight to the feature race victory today in the season-opening round of the 2024 FIA Formula 3 Championship, held on Race Day in this year’s Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix. Browning started on the front row alongside Dino Beganovic of defending champions Prema Racing, but after the pole-sitter had a slow start, Browning took advantage and went to the front. He maintained his strong pace and claimed the win in 41 minutes 08.012 seconds for F3’s first feature event triumph of the year. ART Grand Prix’s Christian Mansell followed 1.264 seconds behind,…

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa today received a cable of congratulations from His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister on the success of the 20th edition of the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix. HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister affirmed that the outstanding success was the outcome of HM the King’s constant interest in ensuring that Bahrain always maintains its leadership and distinction at all levels. His Royall Highness indicated that HM the King’s forward-looking visions and enlightened aspirations have contributed to the successes attained…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today received the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, upon HH’s arrival to the Kingdom of Bahrain. HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad welcomed HH Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed to the Kingdom of Bahrain, highlighting the depth of longstanding relations between Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates. HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister wished HH Sheikh Khaled a pleasant stay in Bahrain. HH Sheikh Khaled bin…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today attended the 2024 Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix at the Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) on its 20th anniversary. His Royal Highness highlighted the Kingdom of Bahrain’s experience in hosting motorsport championships and international sporting events, which has furthered the Kingdom’s comprehensive development led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad affirmed the Kingdom’s achievement in successfully hosting the 2024 Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix and expressed his pride in Team Bahrain’s…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today met with the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad affirmed the strength of the longstanding Bahrain-UAE relationship which continues to receive the support of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and the President of the United Arab Emirates, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. His Royal Highness highlighted the joint cooperation between the two countries, noting…

Manama : Bahrain International Circuit (BIC), “The Home of Motorsport in the Middle East”, announced today an incredible chance for fans to secure their tickets for next year’s Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix as early as today, and with a fantastic 25 per cent discount! It is never too early to book seats for the biggest and most highly anticipated sporting and entertainment event of the year. And with BIC completely selling out its grandstand seats for 2024, fans have the chance to get their tickets at the earliest and make the most of the reduced prices. This…

Manama : 2 Seas Motorsport” team, owned by His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Abdulla bin Hamad Al Khalifa, is to extend its 2024 racing plans with an exciting addition, confirming a debut entry into the Fanatec GT World Challenge Europe powered by AWS Endurance Cup. The reigning British GT Teams’ champions will run with the Mercedes-AMG GT3 in the Gold Cup, driven by HH Shaikh Isa Al Khalifa (Bahrain), Lewis Williamson (Scotland), and Martin Kodrić (Croatia). The championship will compete across Europe, before the final round heads to the Middle East for the inaugural round in Saudi Arabia.  The exciting trio brings together…