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2026-03-29 17:39
Playing with fire in the Persian Gulf: Bahrain must beware
TEHRAN, Mar. 26 (MNA) – Bahrain’s direct military cooperation with the US and Israel in attacking Iran exposes it to severe danger. Given Iran’s power and the unreliability of major allies, Manama must abandon this confrontational path.
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2026-03-01 21:54
560 US soldiers killed or injured in Iranian attacks across the region
TEHRAN – At least 560 American military personnel have been killed or wounded during ongoing Iranian attacks targeting U.S. bases across West Asia, as well as their residences and hotels in Persian Gulf nations, according to a statement by the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC).
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2026-02-13 22:10
Iran, Bahrain call for continued mutual consultations
TEHRAN - Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and his Bahraini counterpart Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani have held a phone conversation.
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2025/12/06
By Fatemeh Kavand
Implications of potential transformations in US-aligned governments for Iran’s future
Instead of using the help of Arab states, Israel may leverage Arab instability to target Iran
Political shifts in West Asia are rarely calm or gradual; rather, they tend to be sudden, multilayered, and deeply interconnected. For decades, countries in the region have repeatedly witnessed how a single spark can alter the course of history.
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2025-11-12 21:47
Iran’s men’s volleyball defeat Saudi Arabia: 2025 Riyadh
TEHRAN – Iran’s men’s volleyball team defeated Saudi Arabia 3-1 (25-17, 25-21, 23-25, 25-18) in the 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games (ISG) on Wednesday.
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2025-11-01 14:21
Iranian youths earn significant achievements in Bahrain
TEHRAN - The Iranian delegation at the 2025 Asian Youth Games in Bahrain made a strong and meaningful impression. With a large contingent competing in 22 sports, the young athletes fulfilled the motto “Hope of Iran” by delivering significant achievements, especially in youth and women’s sports.
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2025-10-31 12:38
Iran come fourth at 2025 Asian Youth Games
TEHRAN – Iran finished in fourth place at the 2025 Asian Youth Games, winning 22 gold, 18 silver, and 36 bronze medals.
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2025-10-19 18:09
Iran seeks to attract more visitors from neighboring countries, tourism minister says
TEHRAN — Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, on Sunday stated that Iran is currently focusing on attracting tourists primarily from nearby countries.
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2025-05-12 22:01
By Dr. Mehdi Khanali-Zadeh, Professor of International Relations
Manama’s official stance: We will not allow attacks on Iran from our soil
TEHRAN – Following the developments related to Operation Al-Aqsa Storm, which led to a significant shift in the security dynamics of West Asia, the approach and behavior of some Arab countries along the Persian Gulf have taken on a more "realist" tone.
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2025-02-08 18:13
Minister highlights plans to boost tourism and strengthen ties with Arab nations
TEHRAN - Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts has announced plans for the country’s tourism sector, predicting that the number of inbound travelers will surpass seven million in the current Persian year that comes to an end on March 20.
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2025-01-03 22:15
By Faramarz Kouhpayeh
How Iran lost Bahrain
A look at Shah's interview that laid the ground for Bahrain's separation from Iran
TEHRAN – Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, the last Shah of Iran, signaled his willingness to relinquish control of the Bahrain archipelago during an interview with Indian journalists in 1969.
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2024-12-31 22:22
Bahrain and Iran move closer to restoring diplomatic ties
TEHRAN – Bahrain's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced continued efforts to re-establish diplomatic relations with Iran, signaling a significant step towards reconciliation between the two nations.
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2024-12-21 11:29
By Farrokh Hesabi
Super heavyweight lifter Yousefi attracts world’s attention
TEHRAN - Alireza Yousefi, the 21-year-old Iranian weightlifting sensation, has captured the world’s attention with a stunning performance at the 2024 IWF World Championships. Yousefi’s clean and jerk of 262kg not only secured him a gold medal but also positioned him as a serious contender for future Olympic glory.
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2024-11-30 11:55
Iran win five golds at Bahrain 2024 Para Taekwondo Open
TEHRAN – Iranian athletes claimed five gold and three bronze medals at the Bahrain 2024 Para Taekwondo Open on Friday.
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2024-10-22 22:19
Iran's good neighborliness policy to continue under Pezeshkian’s administration: FM
TEHRAN – Iranian foreign minister says the policy of good neighborliness that had been championed by Iran’s late President Ebrahim Raisi will continue under the leadership of current President Masoud Pezeshkian.
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2024-10-21 20:08
Araqchi continues regional tour in Bahrain and Kuwait
TEHRAN – On Monday afternoon, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi departed for Bahrain as part of a series of high-level regional visits aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and addressing the evolving situation in West Asia.
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2024-10-14 17:26
Bahrain to host UN World Forum on gastronomy tourism
TEHRAN - The 9th edition of the UN World Forum on Gastronomy Tourism will take place in Manama, Bahrain, from November 18 to 19.
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2024-09-24 16:57
Iran sees tourism surge amid 26% growth in Western Asia’s intl. arrivals
TEHRAN - Western Asian countries including Iran have experienced a remarkable 26% increase in international tourist arrivals during the first seven months of 2024 compared to the same period in 2019.
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2024-09-14 00:29
Iran fail to advance to 2025 IHF Men's U19 Handball World Championship
TEHRAN – Iran lost to Bahrain 46-39 in the 2024 Asian Men's Youth Handball Championship fifth-place match on Friday.
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2024-09-06 22:28
Iran, Bahrain discuss future diplomatic ties amidst regional challenges
TEHRAN – Foreign ministers of Iran and Bahrain recently held a significant discussion focused on strengthening bilateral ties and fostering political dialogue between the two nations.
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2024-08-05 21:58
Iran’s acting FM holds talks with foreign counterparts
TEHRAN- Iran’s acting foreign minister, Ali Bagheri Kani, held telephone conversations with his counterparts from Slovenia and Bahrain on Monday.
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2024-08-03 11:23
Iran to play Japan in 2024 Asian U18 Volleyball Championship semifinals
TEHRAN – Iran and China completed the semi-final line-up in the 15th Asian Men’s U18 Volleyball Championship at the Isa Sport City Hall C Friday night.
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2024-07-30 15:47
Saudi interior minister, Bahraini foreign minister attend presidential inauguration
TEHRAN – Saudi Arabian Minister of Interior Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif, arrived in Tehran on Tuesday to attend the inauguration new Iranian president.
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2024-07-27 18:10
Pezeshkian thanks Bahraini king for congratulatory message
TEHRAN – Iran’s president-elect Masoud Pezeshkian has sent a message to the Bahraini king thanking him for his congratulatory message over his presidential win.
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2024-07-19 17:19
Discover spiritual serenity of Bibi Hakimeh mausoleum
TEHRAN - Nestled deep within the rugged Zagros Mountains, the mausoleum of Imamzadeh Bibi Hakimeh, attracts domestic visitors and pilgrims from countries like Kuwait, Bahrain, the UAE, Qatar, Lebanon, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, and Syria.
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2024-07-17 18:16
Zanjan’s Muharram rituals attract foreign nationals
TEHRAN - Zanjan province has welcomed tourists and photographers from nine countries to participate in the annual Tasu’a and Ashura mourning ceremonies, a significant religious event commemorating the martyrdom of Imam Hussain (AS).
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2024/07/06
By Professor Hossein Askari
Persian Gulf Arab rulers—where are your spines?
Some pundits say that Israel (and Hamas) has committed war crimes and crimes against humanity. Others say that Israel is committing genocide before our very eyes. The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has found plausible evidence to go forward with the claim of genocide against Israel and the chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has filed for arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders.
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2024-06-23 21:25
Bahrain FM to visit Tehran
TEHRAN – Bahrain's Foreign Minister, Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, is scheduled to visit Tehran.
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2024-06-14 21:38
By Matin Jamshidi
Backstabbers
Five Arab states are under fire for meeting CENTCOM commander and the Israeli army chief in Bahrain
TEHRAN- Recent bombshell revelations about clandestine meetings between senior Israeli, American and Arab military officials have sparked widespread outrage and suspicion in the Muslim world, particularly among Palestinian people who view such secretive discussions as a betrayal of their cause amid the Tel Aviv regime’s genocidal war on the Gaza Strip.
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2024-06-01 22:02
By Alireza Akbari
Bahrain seeks to rekindle Iran ties
TEHRAN– Bahrain has recently expressed its intention to significantly improve and strengthen its diplomatic relations with the Islamic Republic of Iran, signaling a proactive effort towards fostering a thaw in Bahrain-Iran relations.