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The international passenger ferry will operate between Saadah Marina on Bahrain's Muharraq Island and Al Ruwais Port in Qatar. Photo: Masar Group

Passenger ferry service to make trips between Bahrain and Qatar plain sailing

Move aimed at boosting regional travel before introduction of GCC tourism visa

Economy

AirAsia signs initial agreement to set up its Gulf hub in Bahrain

Omani Foreign Minister says Israel is prime source of insecurity in region

Investcorp aims to raise up to $7bn in new funds this year

How Bahrain is incentivising foreign firms to hire citizens

Mumtalakat teams up with SandboxAQ to create biotech assets valued at $1bn

AI is 'going to drive crypto like crazy', former Binance chief says



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A general view of a sign of obedience a statue depicting Sasanian king Shapur I capturing Roman emperor Valerian, during its unveiling at Revolution Square in the capital Tehran, on November 11. AFP

CommentIran is leaning on ancient history to bolster nationalism after the Israel war

Sudanese in a displacement camp in Al Dabbah. Famine has been declared in parts of the country. Reuters

Beyond the HeadlinesWhat will it take to end the civil war in Sudan?

Keir Starmer and his wife Victoria at the Royal Albert Hall, London. The British Prime Minister could learn from Denmark's tough stance on immigration. Reuters

CommentStarmer's premiership hinges on reform – in more ways than one

Manus on Markets: SoftBank dumps entire $5.8bn Nvidia stake

Manus on MarketsSoftBank dumps entire $5.8bn Nvidia stake

Chief executive Sam Altman said OpenAI is open to ideas that would help the company and the US 'meet the moment'. Reuters

CommentHave AI and Big Tech executives jumped the shark?

Monday's meeting in the Oval Office was the first time that a Syrian head of state visited the White House. AFP

EditorialWhite House visit shows there is no going back for Syria

People participate in a protest against Israel and in support of Palestine near the Cop30 summit in Belem, Brazil. EPA

'Climate doesn’t have borders': Palestine and Ukraine at Cop30

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Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni receives Bahrain's Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa at Chigi Palace in Rome. Reuters

Italy and Bahrain sign €1bn trade and investment agreement

Rome has sought closer ties with Gulf states under Prime Minister Meloni

Gulf

Bahrain's mythical Nabih Saleh island inspires award-winning installation

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'La Contessa'', from the first collection by Demna for Gucci, spring summer 2026. Photo: Gucci

A first look at Demna's Gucci as designer makes an unexpected drop

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Bahrain's Crown Prince visits Japan to advance bilateral ties

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A Carrefour store in the UAE. The French company said it renewed its partnership agreement with Majid Al Futtaim this year. Photo: Carrefour

Carrefour closures: Why did they happen?

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UAE projects shortlisted for Royal Institute of British Architects award

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Bahrain in 48 hours: Cultural weekend guide to exploring the island nation

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Carrefour closes down all its stores in Bahrain

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AnalysisBahrain targets deeper defence ties with US and regional deterrence

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Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Saudi Foreign Minister, discussed the latest regional and international developments and issues of common interest with his Emirati, Qatari and Bahraini fellow ministers. Reuters

Saudi Arabia leads Arab diplomacy as Gaza ceasefire talks stall

Egypt's President visits the kingdom and Saudi Foreign Minister holds talks with counterparts from UAE, Qatar and Bahrain

Gulf

Bahrain says it will establish Beirut mission as President Aoun visits

MENA

InterviewTravel bookings recovering after airspace closure, Gulf Air chief says

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The overlooked AI aspect of the US-Bahrain nuclear co-operation deal

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US and Bahrain sign 'milestone' nuclear co-operation agreement

Economy

Bahrain and US firms sign $17bn worth of investment deals

Economy

President Sheikh Mohamed meets King Hamad of Bahrain in Abu Dhabi

UAE



Lebanese President Joseph Aoun receives Bahrain's Ambassador to Lebanon Waheed Mubarak Sayyar, who is based currently in Damascus. BNA

Bahrain prepares to reopen its embassy in Beirut

Ambassador reaffirms support for Lebanon's recovery and commits to strengthening ties

Gulf

GPS jamming - and why you may not be where your smartphone says you are

Technology

How Bahrain’s Ali Daylami became the first Gulf talent to win a Tony Award

Culture

Exclusive US keeps embassies open in Iraq and Bahrain

MENA

Bahrain sends most government workers home to 'keep streets clear'

MENA

Bahraini pearls look to make a modern return thanks to one family's efforts

Luxury

US embassy in Bahrain operating as normal despite Trump's evacuation order

MENA



Manama, from where Bahrain’s government is run and guidance for the public was released. Getty Images

Bahrain sends most government workers home to 'keep streets clear'

Kuwait also announced an emergency plan

MENA

Bahraini pearls look to make a modern return thanks to one family's efforts

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US embassy in Bahrain operating as normal despite Trump's evacuation order

MENA

Hoax bomb threat on Gulf Air flight to Kuwait

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