Middle East Security & Aviation: Bahrain is again in the firing line as Iran retaliates after US strikes, with Bahrain sounding missile alert sirens and Iran targeting the US Fifth Fleet; Strait of Hormuz Disruption: the renewed escalation centres on Hormuz, where the US says it will reinstate a blockade and charge a 20% fee for safe passage while Iran disputes control—raising fresh risks for shipping and travel; Flight Advisories: EASA has urged airlines to avoid UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar airspace and to steer clear of parts of the Gulf of Oman, citing missile/drone activity and higher chances of misidentification; Regional Fallout for Bahrain Visitors: UK travel advice for the UAE warns the situation is unpredictable with attacks possible at short notice, and airlines have already faced disruptions; Bahrain Business & Tourism: amid headwinds, Bahrain EDB CEO H.E. Noor bint Ali Alkhulaif says the kingdom is doubling down on growth, including tourism as a key sector; MICE Boost: Exhibition World Bahrain and the Gulf Downstream Association will host three IDCE editions, strengthening Bahrain’s business tourism calendar; Sports & Community: Bahrain climber Muath Janahi wins gold at Dyno Boulder Jam 2026, and Bahrain’s Muath Janahi and Ammar Al Mahari take top honours.