Regional Security: Bahrain’s air defence intercepted and destroyed several Iranian aerial attacks targeting civilians, with the Bahrain Defence Force warning of flagrant violations of international humanitarian law and urging residents to report suspicious objects. Hormuz Escalation: US President Trump renewed threats to destroy an Iranian bridge or power plant for every Iranian attack on ships in the Strait of Hormuz as the US and Iran continued strikes through an 11th consecutive night, while shipping traffic stayed disrupted and fuel prices climbed. Energy & Shipping Impact: With Hormuz largely closed and Red Sea risks rising after Houthi threats, tankers reportedly changed course and oil benchmarks pushed toward six-week highs, adding pressure to global supply chains. Bahrain Industry & Trade: Bahrain Chamber launched its “Tojjar Talk” initiative with a tourism focus, bringing together officials and business leaders to align public-private priorities under the Tourism Strategy 2022–2026. Regional Policy Coordination: A Bahrain Shura Council member urged Asian parliaments to condemn Iranian attacks on infrastructure and civilian facilities, linking maritime security and sovereignty to UN law and regional stability.