Iran Attacks & Bahrain Defences: Bahrain’s Defence Force said it intercepted and destroyed multiple Iranian aerial attacks targeting civilians, urging people to avoid suspicious objects after sirens were activated; the Interior Ministry also urged residents to move to safe places. Espionage Crackdown: Bahrain’s High Criminal Court sentenced three people to life imprisonment for collaborating with Iran’s IRGC in two separate espionage cases, with seized items ordered confiscated. Housing & Infrastructure: A ministerial committee approved progress on the Muharraq Development Project’s first phase, including 247 completed property acquisitions, and backed a “Tarmeem” platform proposal to identify homes at risk of collapse and oversee repairs for low-income families. Digital Services & Finance: Bahrain integrated the eKey 2.0 national digital ID into Mazad’s e-auction services, while SICO launched fully digital investment account opening using eKey 2.0; Bahrain Bourse also opened subscriptions for a BHD 200m Government Development Bond (7% fixed return). Travel & Trade: Bahrain released an online visa-eligible list for African countries, and Sri Lanka and Bahrain discussed expanding trade and a 2027 Sri Lanka Expo. Culture & Sports: Over 200 Bahrain-based artists showcased work at the Almasyaf Summer Showcase; Bahrain also marked World Shark Awareness Day and saw local para-sport recognition with a referee selected for a West Asia wheelchair basketball championship.