Bahrain

Years of secret ties with Bahrain now in the open

Following arrival of first-ever Bahraini delegation to Israel, Arutz Sheva speaks with the head of the Middle East Bureau, Eliav Benjamin.

Bahrain's FM: Biden must consult us before new Iran deal

Bahrain’s Foreign Minister says he expects Biden administration to consult Gulf states before entering new nuclear deal with Iran.

'Israel and Bahrain have shared interests'

Netanyahu, Pompeo and Bahrain FM make statements ahead of a meeting in Jerusalem between the officials.

Watch: Arrival of first-ever Bahraini delegation to Israel

Bahrain's Foreign Minister Abdullatif Al-Zayani leads first-ever Bahraini delegation to Israel, joined by Trump envoy Avi Berkowitz.

Obama reflects on Arab Spring in new memoir

Obama on why he called Egyptian President to step down while not pressuring Bahrain: I had to constantly balance competing interests.

Avi Berkowitz leads US delegation to Bahrain, Israel

US Special Representative Avi Berkowitz to join first-ever direct commercial flight from Bahrain to Israel.

Bahrain FM to make first visit to Israel this week

Foreign Minister Abdellatif al-Zayani to make first visit by senior Bahraini official to Israel since signing of the Abraham Accords.

Bahrain's crown prince appointed prime minister

The appointment follows the death of Prince Khalifa bin Salman al-Khalifa, who served as Bahraini PM since 1971.

Bahrain's prime minister dies

Bahrain premier, Prince Khalifa bin Salman al-Khalifa, dead at 84.

Gantz believes Biden will continue 'Abraham Accord' trend

"Instead of unilateral annexation", Defense Minister Gantz said in the Knesset, "we are forging an alliance that strengthens our security

OU partners with Ritz Carlton for first kosher hotel in Bahrain

Ritz Carlton Hotel in Manama, Bahrain to become first hotel in the kingdom to offer kosher certified food through the help of the OU.

Bahraini Jews mark Kristallnacht

Bahraini Jews mark 82nd anniversary of Kristallnacht for first time since the Arab nation normalized ties with Israel.

Israel, UAE, Bahrain Ministers Prepare for Mutual Tourism

"Israel preparing for many visitors from Gulf” Minister of Tourism Farkash-Hacohen tells London event.

UAE, Bahrain hope for Trump victory

Arab officials say a Biden victory could make Gulf States considering normalization with Israel take a step back.

The Syrian peace mirage posted by the Washington Times

Peace with Syria is a suicidal fantasy - the war torn country is unstable, and would insist on Israel giving up the Golan Heights.Op-ed.

Bahrain journalist: 'Israel was a "demon", is now a friend'

Ahdeya Ahmed AlSayed speaks with Arutz Sheva. "It’s sad to demonize a nation, to demonize people, but things have changed"

Report: Israel operated secret embassy in Bahrain

Israel has been conducting undercover diplomacy in Bahrain for more than a decade, according to Axios report.

'Bahrain and Israel will advance a Strategic Agenda for peace'

White House welcomes signing of joint communique on establishment of ties between Israel and Bahrain.

'We are members of one family - the family of Abraham'

National Security Council head Meir Ben-Shabbat and Bahraini Foreign Minister sign joint communique on establishment of relations.

Watch: Evening prayer services in Bahrain synagogue

Ahead of signing ceremony for formalization of Israel-Bahrain ties, members of Israeli-US delegation pray at Manama synagogue.

Watch: Israeli-American delegation departs for Bahrain

Israel, Bahrain to establish formal diplomatic relations at special ceremony in Manama later today. "We’re bringing the Bible back to life."

Israel, Bahrain to establish diplomatic relations today

Israeli, Bahraini delegations to Manama to sign joint communique officially establishing diplomatic relations tonight.

Mnuchin to lead U.S. delegation to Israel, Bahrain

Secretary Mnuchin and US delegation will join Israeli officials on first-ever direct commercial flight from Israel to Bahrain.

Israel, Bahrain to sign joint declaration on establishing ties

Joint Israeli-US delegation to visit Manama on Sunday, sign “joint communique on establishing peaceful and diplomatic relations”.

'I feel like the Messiah is coming - these are historic times'

Watch: Zvi Hauser hosts Bahrain's Jewish MP at 'virtual sukkah'. 'Bahrain never made Jews here feel different. There was never segregation.'

Hamas working with the opposition in Bahrain

Senior officials in Hamas and other PA organizations are coordinating positions against normalization with opposition groups in Bahrain.

Mossad chief visits Bahrain

Bahrain's official news agency reports that Mossad chief Yossi Cohen visited the country and met with local intelligence leaders.

Report: Saudis urged UAE and Bahrain to sign with Israel

Report: Saudi Arabia quietly urged UAE and Bahrain to sign deal with Israel, but is unlikely to ink similar deal before US election.

Bahraini King: Deal with Israel affirms commitment for peace

Bahraini King calls for efforts to achieve "two-state solution" for Israel-PA conflict.

First ever talks in Arabic between diplomats from Israel & UAE

Israel's ambassador to Azerbaijan, George Deek, met with his UAE counterpart in the capital city of Baku.

Netanyahu speaks with Bahrain crown prince

Prime Minister speaks with heir to throne of Bahrain 1 week after signing of peace deal between the two nations.

Rabbi Marc Schneier:

'Gulf states look to Israel to be their defender and protector'

Gulf advisor: 'These normalization ties will also bring wonderful opportunities for the Palestinians, particularly in the economic sphere.'

US issues security alert for citizens in Bahrain

United States Embassy in Bahrain issues warning to citizens after UAE, Bahrain sign peace deal with Israel.

Bahrain breaks up plot by Iranian-backed terrorists

Foiled plot to launch attacks on diplomats and foreigners was allegedly act of revenge for elimination of Soleimani.

Bahrain: Dozens protest normalization of ties with Israel

Demonstrators near Manama hoist Bahraini and PLO flags, shout: "Normalization is betrayal".

'Two more countries ready to try joining agreement with Israel'

US President says "four or five" other Arab countries may soon join the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain in recognizing Israel.

ANALYSIS: No new dawn in the Middle East after Abraham Accords

Do the peace deals with UAE, Bahrain herald the beginning of a 'New Middle East' as predicted by Shimon Peres?

Minister Regev speaks to Bahraini counterpart

The two discuss cooperation in various sectors of transportation following agreement between two countries.

Historic day:

Watch: Signing of the Abraham Accords

Israel enters into peace agreement with Gulf states UAE and Bahrain in historic ceremony at the White House.'

Jared Kushner gives Torah scroll to the King of Bahrain

After King of Bahrain tells Trump local Jews have a wonderful synagogue but no kosher Torah scroll, Kushner gives king a Torah scroll.

'Normalizing ties with Israel protects our interests'

Bahrain's interior minister says normalizing ties with Israel strengthens the country's strategic partnership with the United States.

Israeli minister speaks to Jewish Bahraini parliamentarian

Diaspora Affairs Minister Omer Yankelevitch speaks to Nancy Kadouri, a Jewish member of the Bahraini parliament.

Head of Bahrain Jewish community discusses normalization

Ebrahim Nonoo, head of the Jewish community in Bahrain, discusses the Israel-Bahrain normalization deal agreed upon last week.

Content of peace deal to be revealed only after signing

Source in Israeli delegation to Washington says parties have agreed not to release details of peace agreement until it is signed.

Gantz speaks with Bahraini defense minister

Israeli defense minister speaks with his Bahraini counterpart a day before the signing of the Abraham Accords.

Netanyahu: UAE, Bahrain agreements mark dawn of new era

PM says Israel achieved two peace deals in a single month as he prepares to leave for Washington to sign Abraham Accords.

Oman welcomes Israel-Bahrain normalization

Bahrain's decision to normalize relations with Israel praised by fellow Gulf State Oman.

PA: Normalization will not bring an end to the conflict

PA cabinet leader calls the establishment of relations between Bahrain and Israel a move that serves "colonial Israel".

Gantz, Bennett, praise Bahrain-Israel agreement

'When Arab neighbors understand that the nation of Israel will never leave, regional stability and peace become possible,' Bennett says.

'A historic moment we never expected to see in our lifetime'

Head of Jewish community in Bahrain praises agreement to normalize ties between Israel and Bahrain.

Egyptian President hails Israel-Bahrain deal

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi says Israel-Bahrain deal helps stability and peace in the Middle East.

'We are entering a new era'

Israel's ambassador to the UN speaks with Bahrain's ambassador to the UN following the establishment of relations between the countries.

PA and Hamas condemn Israel-Bahrain deal

Palestinian Authority and Hamas say Israeli-Bahraini normalization deal is "a stab in the back".

Bahrain official: Deal with Israel serves regional interests

Bahrain's former foreign minister says decision to establish ties with Israel serves the interests of the region's security and prosperity.

Bahrain normalizes ties with Israel

Bahrain and Israel agree to the establishment of full diplomatic relations in an agreement brokered by the US.

ANALYSIS: Israel's changing position in the world

The list of countries interested in establishing or improving relations with Israel in a variety of ways is increasing rapidly.

Saudi Arabia and Bahrain use soft diplomacy to placate Trump

Netanyahu has welcomed the Saudi and Bahrain historic air space concessions as stepping stones to Arab-Jewish reconciliation. Op-ed.

Report: Agreement with Bahrain expected this month

Israeli official says countries are lining up to normalize ties with Israel, with Bahrain at the top of the list.

Bahrain to allow Israel-UAE flights to cross its airspace

Bahrain announces it will allow for all United Arab Emirates-bound flights to cross its airspace to and from all countries.

Report: Bahrain to announce normalization of ties with Israel

Senior Israeli official believes announcement will follow the signing of Israel's agreement with the United Arab Emirates.