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Senior defense officials from 12 Middle Eastern nations convened in Bahrain for a regional security dialogue, co-hosted by U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) and the Bahrain Defense Force. The Strategic Allied Military Dialogue focused on the evolving regional security landscape and strengthening defense cooperation across the Middle East.

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continues to stand shoulder to shoulder with our regional partners

Participants reaffirmed a collective commitment to maintaining the free flow of commerce through the critical Strait of Hormuz. The meeting, attended by CENTCOM commander Adm. Brad Cooper and military leaders from Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, the United Arab Emirates, and Yemen, underscored a shared dedication to regional security and stability.

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the discussions underscored a shared commitment to regional security and stability.

Notably, the dialogue marked the first time military leaders from Syria and Lebanon participated in a U.S.-led regional defense conference. Bahraini Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Theyab bin Saqr Al Nuaimi addressed the region's "rapid developments and profound geopolitical shifts," referencing Iran's "treacherous and criminal attacks" on national security and infrastructure. He emphasized the need for collective resolve, greater cohesion, and stronger unity to confront regional threats effectively.

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the region is experiencing rapid developments and profound geopolitical shifts following Iran’s “treacherous and criminal attacks” targeting national security, sovereignty, and civilian infrastructure.