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Bahrain

Pope Francis attracts thousands in first-ever Bahrain visit

An estimated 30,000 people crowded into a sports stadium in Bahrain to attend a mass by Pope Francis.

05/11/2022

Bahrain

Pope Francis blasts 'childlike' wars at Bahrain Interfaith Summit

With Russia’s war in Ukraine raging, Pope Francis joined Muslim, Christian, and Jewish leaders in calling for world peace.

04/11/2022

Bahrain

Pope Francis urges end to death penalty as he arrives in Bahrain

Upon his arrival, Francis also urged the Gulf nation to ensure “safe and dignified” working conditions for its immigrant labourers, who have long faced abuse and exploitation.

03/11/2022

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The cowboys roaming the deserts of Bahrain

In partnership with Media City

"Whenever we put on this outfit, we feel distinguished among people. The feeling is indescribable."

11/07/2022

Bahrain

As Iran talks stall, Israeli PM makes snap trip to Bahrain

Naftali Bennett's trip to Bahrain was the first public visit by an Israeli prime minister to the Gulf state.

14/02/2022

Bahrain

Hamilton holds off Verstappen to win tense F1 season-opener

The race was effectively decided when Verstappen overtook Hamilton on Lap 53 but went too wide on a turn and off-track limits, so he had to give Hamilton the position back, as he risked a time penalty.

28/03/2021

Bahrain

Lewis Hamilton: Formula One champion tests positive for COVID-19

“Apart from mild symptoms, he is otherwise fit and well, and the entire team sends him its very best wishes for a swift recovery,” a team statement said.

01/12/2020

Bahrain

F1 driver Grosjean 'OK' after car crashes and bursts into flames

F1 driver Grosjean has "minor burns" after he skidded off the racing track and his car was split in two by a barrier, before bursting into flames.

29/11/2020

World

Palestinians remain unconvinced at day two of Kushner's controversial Middle East workshop

Tony Blair will address the workshop today

26/06/2019

Bahrain

Watch: Kushner opens controversial Middle East peace workshop

Jared Kushner opens 'peace to prosperity workshop' in Bahrain.

25/06/2019

World

Palestinian representative to UK slams Kushner peace plan

In an interview with Euronews, Husam Zomlot Head of Palestinian Mission to the UK, and formerly ambassador to Washington, has blasted Jared Kushner's so called Prosperity to Peace plan set to be unveiled today an a special conference in Bahrain.

25/06/2019

Sport

Rights groups criticise Formula One over Bahrain stance

Rights groups criticise Formula One over Bahrain stance

07/03/2019

Bahrain

Bahraini national arrested for tweeting about election boycott

A Bahraini citizen has been charged with "violating the freedom of the election and obstructing the electoral process," after he tweeted about boycotting upcoming elections in the country.

13/11/2018

World

Bahrain Bikers gear up to drive MENA road safety forward

The Bahrain Bikers, a group of 31 motorcycling enthusiasts are taking to the streets of Bahrain to tackle road safety issues in the region.

09/11/2018

World

Bahrain Jazz Fest promotes popular music with a regional twist

The second edition of the Bahrain Jazz Festival, held on October 26th in the capital Manama, brought together musicians and jazz fans from across the region to celebrate the 100-year-old American music genre.

02/11/2018

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Gravity-defying indoor skydivers go for World Cup gold

The elite of Indoor Skydiving showed off impressive athleticism and teamwork at the third FAI World Cup of Indoor Skydiving.

30/10/2018

Bahrain

Watch: Massive explosion at oil pipeline in Bahrain

The huge blast has been blamed on Iran.

12/11/2017

Bahrain

Arab nations offer dialogue if Qatar 'shows willingness' to fight terrorism

Foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Bahrain said they are ready for a dialogue with Qatar if it shows a willingness to fight terrorism.

30/07/2017

Bahrain

Euroviews. Fifa's chance to show they put people ahead of money is now: View

10/05/2017

Sport

Sebastian Vettel wins Bahrain Grand Prix

Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel has won the Bahrain Grand Prix beating his Mercedes rival Lewis Hamilton and going seven points clear at the top of the Formula One standings.

16/04/2017

Bahrain

Protests in Bahrain after first executions since 2011 uprising

Anti-government protests have taken place in Bahrain.

15/01/2017

Bahrain

Petrol bomb attack kills police officer in Bahrain

Attackers have thrown petrol bombs at a police patrol north of Bahrain’s capital, killing one officer and critically wounding two others, according

17/04/2016

Bahrain

Protests in Bahrain in run up to Arab Spring anniversary

Police in Bahrain have been quick to quell protests in Sitra, south of the capital Manama.

12/02/2016

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Saudi execution makes Bahrain protesters furious

Protesters in Bahrain took to the streets to express their anger over the execution of the leading Shia Muslim cleric Nimr al-Nimr in Saudi Arabia

09/01/2016

Bahrain

Protests continue in Shia-led villages across Bahrain

Police fire tear gas to disperse crowds outraged at the execution of a prominent Shia Muslim cleric in Saudi Arabia

05/01/2016

Bahrain

Bahrain cuts diplomatic ties with Iran

04/01/2016