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)
TT
20

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.



OIC Condemns Israeli Airstrikes Near Syrian Presidential Palace

An Israeli fighter jet fires a rocket as it flies over an area near the Syrian capital Damascus on April 30, 2025. (AFP)
An Israeli fighter jet fires a rocket as it flies over an area near the Syrian capital Damascus on April 30, 2025. (AFP)
TT
20

OIC Condemns Israeli Airstrikes Near Syrian Presidential Palace

An Israeli fighter jet fires a rocket as it flies over an area near the Syrian capital Damascus on April 30, 2025. (AFP)
An Israeli fighter jet fires a rocket as it flies over an area near the Syrian capital Damascus on April 30, 2025. (AFP)

The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) strongly condemned on Saturday the ongoing and escalating Israeli attacks against Syrian territory.

It slammed Israel’s recent airstrike near the presidential palace in Damascus.

The OIC stated that this act is a blatant violation of international law and Syria's sovereignty, reiterating the country's sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity.

It called on the international community, especially the UN Security Council, to take decisive action to stop these repeated attacks that jeopardize regional peace and security.