Manama: Bahraini daily newspapers today focused on local events that happened over the past 24 hours. On behalf of HM the King, HH Shaikh Isa bin Salman attended the closing racing evening of HM the King's Cup Festival, marking a significant cultural event in the country. Additionally, HRH Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim received gratitude from SCW members for her contributions.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the Commander-in-Chief met with the National Guard Commander, emphasizing the importance of national security. Meanwhile, the Chief of Police and Capital Governor conducted inspections of homes in Sitra affected by drone debris, highlighting ongoing security concerns. The Bahrain Defence Force General Command reported intercepting 188 missiles and 445 drones since the start of Iranian attacks, showcasing the region's tense security environment.
In diplomatic affairs, the Foreign Minister chaired a UN Security Council session on cooperation between the Arab League and the United Nations, underlining Bahrain's active role in international diplomacy. The Bahraini Ambassador to Egypt chaired an extraordinary Arab League meeting on the situation in Jerusalem and the plight of Palestinian prisoners. Furthermore, the Director General of Bilateral Relations participated in a ministerial meeting addressing developments related to the Strait of Hormuz.
Regional tensions remain high, with Iran launching attacks on Kuwait's power and water desalination facilities. In response, Qatar has sent its 11th identical letter to the UN Security Council regarding Iranian attacks on its territories. The Saudi Defence Ministry reported intercepting and destroying six drones in recent hours, while the UAE's air defences intercepted 18 ballistic missiles, four cruise missiles, and 47 UAVs. Kuwait detected seven ballistic missiles, two cruise missiles, and 26 drones over the past 24 hours. The Jordan Armed Forces successfully intercepted two missiles targeting the Kingdom.
Abu Dhabi reported one fatality and four injuries following a debris incident at the Habshan gas facilities, with the gas supply to Jordan resuming and a gradual return to normalcy expected. In diplomatic efforts, the Egyptian and Ukrainian Presidents discussed de-escalation over a telephone call. GCC and Jordan Ambassadors met with the Speaker of the Grand National Assembly of Trkiye, while GCC Ambassadors in Beijing engaged with senior Chinese officials. Belgium's Minister of Defence and Foreign Trade received Bahrain's Ambassador in Brussels, further highlighting Bahrain's diplomatic engagements.