Red Sea Shipping Shock: Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis claimed they attacked two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, raising fresh fears of a new chokepoint as tankers reportedly diverted and oil briefly pushed toward $100 a barrel. Gulf Security Alerts: Bahrain sounded air-raid sirens and urged residents to move to safe areas amid the wider US-Iran escalation, while Kuwait and Jordan reported intercepts of drones and missiles. US-Iran Escalation: The US carried out its 12th straight night of strikes on Iran, with Iran and its allies trading threats and claims of attacks on US bases across the region. Travel Warnings for Bahrain: The UK Foreign Office advised Britons to avoid Bahrain and Kuwait unless essential, warning of flight cancellations, airspace closures and “unforeseen escalation.” Nuclear Deal Politics: Trump said the US-Saudi civilian nuclear cooperation would proceed only if Saudi joins the Abraham Accords and recognises Israel, stressing “no enrichment of material.” Local Economy & Payments: Pay10 launched in Bahrain, expanding digital payments for consumers and merchants. Northern Governorate Safety: The Northern Governorate Security Committee reviewed summer safety priorities, including stronger oversight in public parks and coastal areas. Youth Hospitality Programme: Vatel Bahrain launched “Explore Hospitality,” a two-week summer programme for ages 15-18 to explore careers in tourism and hospitality.