Saudi and Bahraini Naval Forces Launch 'Bridge 25' Joint Exercise

Saudi and Bahraini naval forces Launch 'Bridge 25' joint exercise. (SPA)
Saudi and Bahraini naval forces Launch 'Bridge 25' joint exercise. (SPA)
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Saudi and Bahraini Naval Forces Launch 'Bridge 25' Joint Exercise

Saudi and Bahraini naval forces Launch 'Bridge 25' joint exercise. (SPA)
Saudi and Bahraini naval forces Launch 'Bridge 25' joint exercise. (SPA)

The "Bridge 25" joint naval exercise commenced on Sunday in the Kingdom of Bahrain, bringing together the Royal Saudi Naval Forces (RSNF), represented by the Eastern Fleet, and the Royal Bahraini Naval Force (RBNF). The event was attended by senior military officials from both nations.
The Exercise Director, Naval Colonel Abdulaziz bin Abdullah Al-Abdulqader, stated that "Bridge 25" is designed to enhance the combat readiness of the participating units, standardize tactical concepts, and facilitate the execution of joint operations, the Saudi Press Agency said on Monday.
He also emphasized that the exercise focuses on implementing naval battle management procedures, refining command and control protocols, and enhancing the efficiency of communication systems.
He highlighted that this exercise is part of the ongoing "Bridge" series of drills between the two countries, aimed at strengthening security cooperation, safeguarding territorial waters, and unifying tactical concepts and joint operational efforts.



Emir of Kuwait, Iranian President Discuss Regional Developments

Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. (KUNA)
Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. (KUNA)
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Emir of Kuwait, Iranian President Discuss Regional Developments

Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. (KUNA)
Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. (KUNA)

Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received on Wednesday a telephone call from Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on the occasion of the Eid al-Fitr holiday.

They discussed the strong bilateral ties that bind their nations and means to boost them across various fields, reported the Kuwaiti state news agency KUNA.

They also reviewed regional and international developments and issues of common interest.

Sheikh Meshal hailed the enduring ties between Kuwait and Iran, underscoring his keenness on developing them further to achieve more cooperation.

He wished Pezeshkian good health and Iran further progress.