Bahrain condemns Iranian attacks on Gulf states at UN Assembly

Bahrain: Bahrain is a Gulf Cooperation Council member state and strategic hub in the Persian Gulf. Its Foreign Minister addressed the UN General Assembly in September 2026, detailing Iranian and Houthi attacks on regional civilian infrastructure, ports, airports, and energy facilities while stressing the broader impact on global supply chains. The country has led diplomatic initiatives, including a group of 80 nations, to protect navigation rights and called for implementation of relevant UN resolutions. Abdullatif bin Rashid al-Zayani: Abdullatif bin Rashid al-Zayani serves as Bahrain's Minister of Foreign Affairs. He delivered Bahrain's address at the 81st UN General Assembly on September 26, 2026, condemning waves of Iranian attacks and Houthi actions on Gulf states, Jordan, and holy sites. Al-Zayani also led a coalition of 80 countries in urging the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and full adherence to international maritime law. `json { "Security": "Bahrain's Foreign Minister described the Gulf as facing its most severe security crisis in decades due to attacks on civilian and energy infrastructure.", "Navigation": "Bahrain has reaffirmed that the Strait of Hormuz must remain open to all states under international law without unilateral conditions or fees." } `