Bahrain: The Tiny Island Playing a Big Role in the Middle East

You could say Bahrain punches above its weight: it’s a tiny island nation in the Middle East, but it plays a huge role when it comes to countering Iran, partnering with the U.S. Navy and reshaping the political landscape in the Middle East. I traveled to the capital of Manama to learn more about the small kingdom’s role on the global stage.

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0:00 Bahrain: Small Island, Big Influence
0:28 Global Security and Countering Iran
1:47: The Abraham Accords and Middle East Peace
3:20: Attracting Tourists and Investment

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