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Washington : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today met with Donald J. Trump, the President of the United States, at the White House. His Royal Highness conveyed the warm greetings of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa to President Trump. His Royal Highness underscored the historic and strategic relationship between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the United States, which spans more than 130 years. His Royal Highness reaffirmed Bahrain’s unwavering commitment led by His Majesty the King to strengthen bilateral cooperation, particularly in the realms of security, trade,…

Washington : As part of the official visit of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to the United States of America, the Kingdom of Bahrain and the US signed a cooperation agreement in the field of peaceful nuclear energy. The agreement was signed on behalf of Bahrain by Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and on behalf of the US by Marco Rubio, United States Secretary of State. The agreement aims to enhance cooperation between the Kingdom and the US in the field of nuclear energy, recognising…

Texas : The official tally of storm-related deaths across Texas rose to 131 on Monday as authorities warned of yet another round of heavy rains 10 days after a Hill Country flash flood that transformed the Guadalupe River into a killer torrent. A National Weather Service flood watch forecasting heavy downpours of up to half a foot of rain was posted until Tuesday morning for a wide swath of central Texas extending from the Rio Grande east to San Antonio and Austin. The advisory included Kerr County and other parts of Texas Hill Country along the Guadalupe still recovering from…

New York : Heavy rain swept across parts of the US Northeast on Monday night, inundating sections of New York and New Jersey with flash flooding that stranded vehicles in roadways, closed subway lines and led to the declaration of a state of emergency. Flash flood watches and warnings were in place in parts of New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and surrounding areas as downpours moved through the region.

Abu Dhabi : Etihad Airways has announced seven additional new destinations to further expand its network as part of its ongoing strategy to bring more point-to-point traffic directly to Abu Dhabi. The new destinations – Almaty, Kazakhstan; Baku, Azerbaijan; Bucharest, Romania; Medina, Saudi Arabia; Tbilisi, Georgia; Tashkent, Uzbekistan; and Yerevan, Armenia – will further strengthen Abu Dhabi’s position as a thriving hub for tourism, culture, and commerce. The flights are set to go on sale over the next few days, and services will begin in March 2026, with Medina to start operating in November 2025. These latest additions bring Etihad’s…

Jeddah : The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, chaired the Saudi Cabinet session in Jeddah, Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported. The Cabinet reviewed the overall work of the state, particularly in relation to the development of cooperation and partnership relations, and the enhancement of regional and international coordination and integration in a way that strengthens the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s position and pivotal role, given the promising opportunities and unique capabilities provided by its Vision. The Cabinet discussed the outcomes of the Kingdom’s participation in regional and international meetings, as part of its…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, issued Edict (44) of 2025 regarding the reformation of the National Commission for Childhood, based on a proposal by the Minister of Social Development and following the approval of the Cabinet. Article (I) The National Commission for Childhood shall be restructured under the chairmanship of the Minister of Social Development, with the following members: 1. Assistant Undersecretary for Community Development – representing the Ministry of Social Development 2. Member of the Supreme Council for Women – representing the Supreme Council for Women 3.…

Manama : The Social Insurance Organisation SIO announced that it has begun applying Article 12 of the Unified Insurance Protection System for GCC citizens working outside their home countries. This ensures continued insurance coverage under Law (68) of 2006. Employers must review their insurance status, settle any dues, and pay on time to avoid penalties, especially in Bahrain’s private sector. An online workshop will be held soon to explain the changes, with details shared via official channels.

Manama : The Kingdom of Bahrain welcomed the announcement by the Syrian Arab Republic government of a ceasefire in the southern province of As-Suwayda, viewing it as a step toward enhancing security, strengthening stability, and preserving civil peace. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterated Bahrain’s support for Syria’s security and stability, emphasising the importance of preserving its sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity, while also supporting the aspirations of the Syrian people for peace and sustainable development

Manama : stc Bahrain has announced that the 2Africa cable system – Pearls, the world’s longest submarine cable, has successfully landed in Bahrain, marking a significant milestone in global connectivity. With a US$ 205 million investments in 2Africa Pearls submarine cable system, this massive lift up in international connectivity towards Bahrain will reinforce the Kingdom as a powerful ICT hub, speeding up digital transformation across connected countries, attracting significant international investment opportunities, creating jobs and boosting innovation across sectors. The live landing of 2Africa Pearls submarine cable system next to Seef District on June 4 was witnessed by Dr. Shaikh…