Bahrain bans travel to Iran and Iraq over security concerns
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- Citizens barred from travelling to Iran and Iraq
- Decision linked to regional security tensions
- No timeline given for lifting restrictions
Bahrain’s Ministry of Interior has banned citizens from travelling to Iran and Iraq, citing heightened regional tensions and what it described as the ongoing instability in the security situation.
In a statement, the ministry urged all Bahraini nationals to comply with the directive immediately, stressing that the decision was taken to protect citizens amid evolving regional developments.
Officials said the measure comes at a sensitive time as efforts continue to maintain a fragile ceasefire across parts of the Middle East. However, no specific timeline was provided for when the restrictions might be lifted, with authorities saying the situation will be assessed continuously.
The ban is expected to affect religious travel, as both Iran and Iraq are major destinations for pilgrimage tourism, attracting thousands of Bahraini visitors each year.
The government said it remains committed to monitoring developments closely to ensure the safety and security of its citizens abroad.
