MANAMA 2 July 2026 (TON): The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) hosted a regional security meeting in Bahrain with senior military officials from 12 countries to discuss cooperation on maritime security and regional stability.
The participants reaffirmed their commitment to protecting freedom of navigation and ensuring the smooth flow of international trade through the Strait of Hormuz.
The discussions also focused on strengthening coordination among regional partners amid ongoing security challenges in the Middle East.