Bahrain and GCC seek deeper cooperation with the EU and call for UNSC action following Iranian threats.

The entities involved

• Bahrain →

  country in the Persian Gulf

  • IRGC launched missile attacks against US bases in Bahrain, Qatar, and Kuwait, while the US intensified airstrikes near Bushehr's nuclear facility.Fri 22:14
  • Rights groups Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch condemned a mass trial in Bahrain.Fri 20:50
• United Nations Security Council →

  one of the six principal organs of the UN, charged with the maintenance of international peace and security

  • EU claims Iran is violating UNSC resolutions in Yemen amid allegations of military support to Yemeni armed forces.Fri 12:18
  • The election process for the United Nations Security Council is underway, with the election of new members taking place.Wed 22:55
• European Parliament →

  parliament of the European Union directly elected by the citizens of the Union

  • EU, EP, and EC held a summit negotiation in Brussels to discuss future trade and energy market access with the UK.Fri 19:48
  • A conference hosted in Brussels involving the European Parliament and European Commission is underway to discuss issues related to Russia and Ukraine.Fri 15:43

Related events

• Iranian attacks targeted Bahrain and GCC states, leading to impacts on trade due to Strait of Hormuz closure.Jun 12
• Bahrain shared geopolitical threats originating from Iranian attacks.Sep 7
• Bahrain hosts dialogue sessions while regional insecurity around Hormuz grows, involving Russia and Europe.Oct 19
• Diplomatic talks were held between Bahrain and Jordan regarding regional security and cooperation.Aug 31
• Iranian strikes on US forces in Bahrain, involving the CIA, while Trump weighs escalation and Saudi Arabia fears attacks on energy facilities.Sep 20