Bahrain has officially finalized preparations for Eid Al Adha prayers across the Kingdom, with worshippers set to gather at designated prayer grounds and mosques at 5:05 am on Wednesday, May 27.

Shaikh Dr. Rashid bin Mohammed bin Futais Al Hajri confirmed that all official Eid prayer grounds across Bahrain’s governorates are fully prepared to receive worshippers, following extensive coordination between government entities, municipalities, maintenance teams, and religious authorities.

According to the announcement, the Sunni Endowments Council formed a dedicated prayer grounds committee that identified and organized all major Eid prayer locations throughout the Kingdom. Special arrangements were also made for expatriate communities, with additional prayer venues allocated at several schools across Bahrain.

A total of 18 main Eid prayer grounds have been designated this year, covering areas including Hidd, Galali, Arad, Diyar Al Muharraq, Muharraq, Busaiteen, Salmaniya, Riffa, Hajiyat, Askar, Zallaq, Hamad Town, Budaiya, Salman City, and New Ramli Housing.

Among the key locations announced are the Eid prayer ground in East Hidd at Al Julaiah neighbourhood, the large Eid prayer ground complex in Diyar Al Muharraq near Al Baraha Souq, the North Riffa prayer ground near Al Istiqlal Walkway, and the Salman City prayer ground located at the northern square of Salman City Coast.

To streamline attendance and centralize worshippers in the designated open prayer grounds, several nearby mosques will temporarily close during Eid prayers. These include Prince Khalifa bin Salman Park Mosque in Hidd City, Abdulrahman Al Zayani Mosque in Arad, Al Baraha Souq Mosque in Diyar Al Muharraq, and multiple mosques across Muharraq, Riffa, Hamad Town, Budaiya, Salman City, and New Ramli Housing.

Some designated Eid grounds, including Salmaniya, Askar Heritage Village, and Zallaq Youth Empowerment Centre square, will continue operating without nearby mosque closures.

Shaikh Dr. Al Hajri stated that the Sunni Endowments Council has completed all operational preparations required to ensure a smooth and comfortable experience for worshippers. Preparations include the installation of carpets, sound systems, electronic and electrical equipment, water distribution, and field inspections conducted by specialized maintenance and operations teams.

The preparations were carried out through cooperation with several national entities, including the Ministry of Interior, Ministry of Municipalities Affairs & Agriculture, Ministry of Information, Ministry of Education, Ministry of Youth Affairs, Ministry of Health, Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning, Ministry of Works, Electricity and Water Authority, General Sports Authority, King Hamad University Hospital, and the Bahrain Defence Force.

Additional support was also provided by government hospitals, societies, and expatriate community awareness centres across the Kingdom.

As Bahrain prepares to welcome Eid Al Adha, the nationwide arrangements reflect the Kingdom’s large-scale coordination efforts to accommodate thousands of worshippers gathering for one of the most significant prayers of the Islamic calendar.

Bahrain marked International Nurses Day on May 12 with nationwide recognition for nurses serving across hospitals, clinics, healthcare centers, and medical institutions throughout the Kingdom. 🇧🇭🩺

The annual observance was highlighted by messages of appreciation from healthcare authorities, hospitals, and medical professionals who acknowledged the contribution of nurses to Bahrain’s healthcare system and community wellbeing. Public and private healthcare institutions across Manama, Muharraq, Riffa, Isa Town, and other areas of the Kingdom joined the occasion by honoring nursing staff working in emergency care, intensive care units, surgery departments, rehabilitation centers, outpatient clinics, and specialized medical facilities.

Healthcare workers and officials emphasized the role nurses play in patient care, medical support, and frontline response operations. The occasion also recognized the long hours, dedication, and emotional commitment nurses continue to provide while supporting patients and families across all stages of treatment and recovery.

Several institutions used the day to organize appreciation events, internal recognition programs, and awareness campaigns highlighting the importance of the nursing profession in maintaining healthcare standards across Bahrain. Social media campaigns and public tributes were also shared throughout the day, with organizations thanking nurses for their professionalism, compassion, and resilience.

International Nurses Day is observed globally every year on May 12 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Florence Nightingale, whose work helped shape modern nursing practices worldwide. The annual observance serves as a global reminder of the impact nurses have on healthcare systems and patient outcomes.

As Bahrain continues expanding healthcare services and medical infrastructure, nurses remain one of the most essential pillars of the Kingdom’s healthcare sector, supporting hospitals, communities, and patients every day.

Bahrain International Airport marked International Firefighters’ Day by recognizing the airport’s firefighting and rescue teams for their role in keeping passengers, staff, and airport operations safe throughout the year.

The occasion highlighted the work carried out daily by the airport’s emergency response personnel, who remain on standby around the clock to respond to aircraft incidents, fire emergencies, medical situations, and operational hazards across one of Bahrain’s busiest gateways. The recognition comes as airports worldwide continue placing greater emphasis on emergency preparedness, rapid response systems, and passenger safety standards.

Firefighters at Bahrain International Airport play a critical role beyond traditional firefighting duties. Their responsibilities include aircraft rescue operations, hazardous material response, runway emergency management, technical inspections, and coordination with national emergency services. Due to the fast-paced nature of aviation operations, airport firefighters are required to undergo continuous specialized training that meets international civil aviation standards.

The celebration also served as a reminder of the pressure and precision involved in airport emergency response work. Unlike standard firefighting operations, aviation firefighting requires teams to react within extremely short response times while handling highly technical aircraft-related risks. Bahrain International Airport’s emergency teams regularly conduct simulation exercises and live-response drills to maintain readiness for a wide range of scenarios.

International Firefighters’ Day is observed globally every year on May 4 to honor firefighters who dedicate their lives to protecting communities and responding to emergencies. Across Bahrain, the day has increasingly become an opportunity to recognize the efforts of frontline emergency workers who contribute to public safety across multiple sectors, including aviation, healthcare, civil defense, and industrial operations.

At Bahrain International Airport, the recognition reflects the broader importance of aviation safety as the Kingdom continues strengthening its position as a regional transport and tourism hub. The airport has undergone major modernization efforts in recent years, with safety infrastructure and emergency preparedness remaining central to its operations and long-term development plans.

By celebrating International Firefighters’ Day, Bahrain International Airport not only honored the firefighters behind the scenes, but also highlighted the essential role emergency response teams play in maintaining confidence, security, and operational stability for millions of travelers passing through the Kingdom each year.