Putin, Bahrain king discuss Iran crisis, bilateral cooperation

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation and emphasized the need for a swift political and diplomatic resolution to the crisis surrounding Iran, while taking into account the interests of all countries in the region.
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa reaffirmed Monday their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation in trade, investment, finance and humanitarian affairs during a phone conversation. The two leaders also discussed developments in the Middle East and emphasized the need for a swift political and diplomatic resolution to the crisis surrounding Iran while taking into account the interests of all countries in the region, according to a Kremlin statement published on Max.
Regional tensions
Regional tensions have escalated since the US and Israel launched strikes against Iran in February. Tehran retaliated with strikes targeting Israel as well as US allies in the Gulf, along with the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. A ceasefire took effect on April 8 through Pakistani mediation and was later extended by President Trump indefinitely.
Russia-Gulf relations
The call reflects Russia's continued engagement with Gulf countries amid the Middle East crisis. Bahrain hosts the US Fifth Fleet, yet maintains diplomatic relations with Russia, balancing its strategic partnerships.
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