King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa

Iran launched drone and missile attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait in response to U.S. airstrikes, threatening to halt peace negotiations. The attacks follow disputes over the Strait of Hormuz and ongoing regional tensions, with U.S. and Iran still negotiating an interim peace deal.

Bahrain stripped citizenship from 69 individuals under a controversial law for allegedly promoting pro-Iran activities, citing national security concerns. The move follows a royal directive to target those undermining the nation's stability and comes amid heightened tensions with Iran and recent Iranian attacks on U.S. military assets in the region.

Bahrain stripped citizenship from 69 individuals, including family members, under a law targeting pro-Iran sentiment and foreign ties. The move follows a royal directive against 'traitors' and recent Iranian attacks on Gulf security, with 30 people sentenced for espionage or supporting Iran's 'terrorist acts'.