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Daily Tribune
an hour ago
- Politics
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain sets regional Repatriation standard
Multi-route mobilisation The repatriation effort used a blend of nine Gulf Air aircraft and 37 overland buses to reach citizens stranded in countries affected by the recent closure of airspace due to regional tensions. Alongside Iran, repatriations were carried out from Iraq, Jordan, Russia, Azerbaijan, and Armenia. In one of the most logistically com- plex stages of the operation, citizens in Iran were flown to Turkmenistan, from where Bahraini diplomatic teams coordinated with local authorities to finalise onward travel. Similar arrangements were made through border crossings in Iraq, where buses carried returning citizens from transit points.
Daily Tribune
20 hours ago
- Politics
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain Successfully Completes Return of Stranded Citizens from Affected Countries
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced the successful return of all Bahraini citizens who were stranded abroad and had requested to come back home from countries affected by the current regional situation. This was made possible after the full or partial reopening of airspace in those nations. The repatriation efforts were carried out in line with the royal directives of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and under the instructions of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister. The final two repatriation flights, operated by Gulf Air, Bahrain's national carrier, arrived from Turkmenistan carrying 203 citizens who had previously been in the Islamic Republic of Iran. In addition, the ministry confirmed the return of 103 other citizens from various countries where airspace had been temporarily closed due to the ongoing situation. In total, 2,586 Bahraini citizens were brought back from Iran through coordinated efforts involving nine Gulf Air flights and 37 buses operating by land routes. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs extended its gratitude to the diplomatic missions of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, as well as to the governments of Iraq and Turkmenistan, for their support in easing travel and border procedures, and for helping Bahraini citizens return safely.
Zawya
a day ago
- Business
- Zawya
Gulf Air resumes scheduled flights to the Jordanian Capital Amman and to Baghdad and Najaf in the Republic of Iraq
Muharraq, Bahrain: Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, announced the resumption of its scheduled flights to and from the cities of Amman in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, and Baghdad and Najaf in the Republic of Iraq, starting from Saturday 28 June 2025. The airline added that the rest of its flights to destinations across its network are operating according to schedule. Gulf Air extends its sincere gratitude to its valued customers for their patience and understanding, as the exceptional recent regional developments affected some of its flights. The airline reaffirmed that the safety and well-being of passengers and crew is a top priority for Gulf Air. Passengers can stay updated on flight schedules by downloading the Gulf Air mobile application or visiting Gulf Air's website Gulf Air: A Tradition of Excellence Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, has been operating since 1950, making it one of the earliest airlines established in the Middle East. The airline operates scheduled flights from its hub at Bahrain International Airport to various destinations across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and the Far East. Gulf Air is recognized as a "Five-Star Major Airline" by APEX, based on verified traveler reviews, and has been awarded this prestigious status for the year 2025. The airline was also named "World's Most Improved Airline" in 2022 by Skytrax.
Daily Tribune
2 days ago
- Politics
- Daily Tribune
360 Bahrainis arrive from Turkmenistan
Two Gulf Air aircraft arrived in the Kingdom of Bahrain from Turkmenistan, carrying 360 Bahraini citizens who had been repatriated from the Islamic Republic of Iran. The operation was carried out in line with the directives of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, and under the supervision of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister. Upon arrival at Bahrain International Airport, the returnees were welcomed by officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Interior, the Ministry of Health, and Bahrain Airport Services. All necessary procedures were in place, including health screenings, to ensure their safety and well-being. The Kingdom's embassies in the State of Kuwait and the Republic of Iraq coordinated the return of an additional 275 citizens who travelled by land. Buses transported them from the Iranian city of Mashhad through the Al Abdali border crossing between Kuwait and Iraq, and the Al Shalamcheh border crossing between Iran and Iraq, as part of broader efforts by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to facilitate the safe return of Bahraini nationals.
Gulf Insider
2 days ago
- Gulf Insider
Foreign Ministry Announces Arrival of Two Gulf Air Flights
Two Gulf Air aircraft arrived in the Kingdom of Bahrain from Turkmenistan, carrying 360 Bahraini citizens who had been repatriated from the Islamic Republic of Iran. The operation was carried out in line with the directives of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, and under the supervision of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister. Upon arrival at Bahrain International Airport, the returnees were welcomed by officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Interior, the Ministry of Health, and Bahrain Airport Services. All necessary procedures were in place, including health screenings, to ensure their safety and well-being. The Kingdom's embassies in the State of Kuwait and the Republic of Iraq coordinated the return of an additional 275 citizens who travelled by land. Buses transported them from the Iranian city of Mashhad through the Al Abdali border crossing between Kuwait and Iraq, and the Al Shalamcheh border crossing between Iran and Iraq, as part of broader efforts by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to facilitate the safe return of Bahraini nationals. To date, a total of 2,383 citizens have been repatriated through these coordinated efforts, utilising seven chartered flights and 37 buses. Also read: Gulf Air Flight Lands Safely In Kuwait After Bomb Threat
