Bahrain

AWS cannot restore cloud computing facilities in Bahrain and parts of the UAE damaged by drone strikes over six months ago. The extensive damage exceeds service design parameters, rendering data in Bahrain unrecoverable and one UAE zone lost. This incident raises concerns about digital infrastructure resilience in the Middle East, impacting AI development ambitions. The UAE is reportedly revising its Stargate project to enhance security. AWS is committed to supporting affected customers, with updates expected later.

Eve Air Mobility and Bahrain’s Ministry of Transportation have signed a Framework Agreement to advance air mobility in the Middle East. This partnership aims to integrate eVTOL aircraft into Bahrain’s infrastructure, focusing on regulatory testing, vertiport development, and workforce training. Commercial operations are projected to begin in 2028, with international routes planned for 2029. Eve is also evaluating potential routes in regional hubs and designing eVTOLs tailored for the Middle East’s climate.