Russia and Bahrain have called for the restoration of unimpeded and safe shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing its importance for the global economy. The statement followed talks between Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and his Bahraini counterpart, Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani.
Bahrain's Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani expressed high appreciation for Russia's coordination on international platforms, particularly within the UN Security Council, during talks with Sergey Lavrov. He emphasized Bahrain's anticipation for continued bilateral discussions to bolster regional and international security.
Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz, escalating regional tensions after US and Israeli strikes. The US threatened harsh strikes on Iran, while Russia warned of nuclear proliferation risks and called for US nuclear weapons withdrawal from Europe. Other news includes inflation data from Russia and a Colombian president's suspension.
