King of Bahrain: Iran's despicable attacks and interventions targeted the safety of homelands and peoples

Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa said yesterday that the region has witnessed increasingly serious developments over the past months, culminating in reprehensible Iranian attacks and interventions that targeted the security of homelands and peoples, without regard for the consequences or the fact that such acts constitute violations of international norms and laws, principles of good neighborliness, and shared destiny, and have disrupted collective efforts aimed at de-escalation and restoring regional security and peace.

The Bahrain News Agency reported that these remarks were made by the King during his address at the opening of the fifth session of the sixth legislative term of Bahrain’s Shura Council and National Assembly.

King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa added that these events have demonstrated that every stance has its price, and that public opinion in countries affected by these hostile Iranian moves has become more aware of the realities on the ground and more determined to establish justice and consolidate security. He stressed that deterrence begins with a unified stance and clear vision, and is reinforced through diligent efforts to achieve genuine peace that keeps the region away from the dangers of weapons of mass destruction, ensures freedom of navigation, and prevents any infringement on the security of waterways, ultimately bringing benefit and prosperity to the region and the nation.

He expressed satisfaction and pride, noting the highly effective role played by the Bahraini government during this period, under the guidance and follow-up of Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, which has ensured the continued delivery of services with the expected efficiency and quality, and the progress toward restoring normalcy, particularly in economic and living conditions. He affirmed confidence in the government plans designed to address the requirements of the current stage, achieving a balance between the necessities of stability and the demands of development.

The King extended his gratitude and appreciation to the defense and security forces for their vigilance, effectiveness, and distinction in confronting challenges and threats, and for their exceptional efforts in protecting the homeland and defending its sovereignty. He reaffirmed full commitment to a policy of developing and updating defense and security capabilities, thereby strengthening the country’s security and resilience with firm resolve and clear victory, God willing.

He said that, in recognition of these sincere stances, “we announce the designation of June 1 of each year as a national occasion and official holiday, named ‘Day of the Pledge and Loyalty,’ coinciding with the date we signed the Document of Gratitude and Loyalty to the esteemed people of Bahrain, in response to the sincere sentiments expressed in the Pledge and Loyalty documents, which embodied the love of belonging to this noble land and the courage to defend our constants. This day will remain a witness to our national unity in its most splendid form.”

He praised the significant historical role of the United States and its steadfast commitment to supporting the Kingdom of Bahrain politically and defensively, a support that continues today under the leadership of President Donald Trump, extending a strategic partnership between the two countries. He acknowledged the US role in preserving the security and stability of the region.

He clarified that the Kingdom of Bahrain derives its contemporary presence from being a state confident in its institutions, keen to safeguard its civilizational heritage, and thus better positioned to play its role in its neighborhood and in the world.

King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa added that Bahrain’s non-permanent membership in the UN Security Council reflects this conviction and underscores an active foreign policy approach committed to the principles of dialogue and understanding, based on diplomacy for sustainable peace, and fulfilling the commitments of “our country to the international community.”

In this context, he noted that a historic achievement was realized with the adoption by the UN Security Council of Resolution 2817 of 2026, for which the Kingdom of Bahrain led the efforts on behalf of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.

It received the broadest joint sponsorship in the history of the Security Council, in support of peace, security, and stability in the region.