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|Name = | |Name= {{i|Bahrain}} Kingdom of Bahrain {{i|Bahrain}} | ||
| | |NativeName= {{ILSize|Arabic-icon.png|Arabic Language}}: مملكة البحرين | ||
|founded = 2002 | |founded= 2002 | ||
|predicon = Bahrain | |predicon= Bahrain | ||
|onlypredecessor = State of Bahrain | |onlypredecessor= State of Bahrain | ||
|ended = | |ended= | ||
|nexticon = | |nexticon= | ||
|onlysuccessor = | |onlysuccessor= | ||
|image = Bahrain.png | |image= Bahrain.png | ||
|Caption = | |Caption= | ||
|Alias = Brain<br>🐑🧠 Bah-Brain | |Alias= Brain<br>🐑🧠 Bah-Brain<br>{{i|Qatar}} [[Qatar]] (erroneously) | ||
|Time | |Time= 14 February 2002 – Present | ||
|Government = | |Government= {{i|Centralism}}{{i|IslamTheo}}{{i|Parliament}}{{i|ConMon}} [[Centralism|Unitary]] [[Islamic Theocracy|Islamic]] [[Parliamentarianism|Parliamentary]] [[Constitutional Monarchism|Semi-Constitutional Monarchy]] | ||
|Languages = [[ | |Languages= {{i|Arabic}} [[Arabic Language|Arabic]] | ||
|Affiliation = | |Affiliation= {{Scroll| | ||
* | *{{i|Arab}} [[Arab League]] | ||
* | *{{i|OIC}} [[Organization of Islamic Cooperation|OIC]] | ||
* | *{{i|GCC}} [[Gulf Cooperation Council|GCC]] | ||
* | *{{i|UN}} [[United Nations]] | ||
**[[ | **{{i|UNESCO}} [[UNESCO]] | ||
**[[ | **{{i|WHO}} [[World Health Organization]] | ||
*[[ | *{{i|Interpol}} [[Interpol]] | ||
| | }} | ||
|Friends = | |Religions= {{Scroll| | ||
|Enemies = | *{{i|Islam}} [[Islam]] (official, main) | ||
|Likes = | **{{i|Shia}} [[Shia Islam]] | ||
|Dislikes = | **{{i|Sunni}} [[Sunni Islam]] | ||
|Preceded = | *{{i|Christi}} [[Christianity]] | ||
|Succeeded = | *{{i|Hinduism}} [[Hinduism]] | ||
|themecolor = #DA291C | *{{i|Buddhism}} [[Buddhism]] (minority) | ||
|textcolor = White | *{{i|Judaism}} [[Judaism]] (minority) | ||
|Capital = | }} | ||
}} | |Friends= {{Scroll|{{i|Kuwait}} [[Kuwait]]<br>{{i|Oman}} [[Oman]]<br>{{i|Qatar}} [[Qatar]]<br>{{i|UAE}} [[United Arab Emirates]]<br>{{i|Saudi Arabia}} [[Saudi Arabia]]<br>{{i|Israel}} [[Israel]] (from 2020)<br>{{i|USA}} [[United States of America]]<br>{{i|Russia}} [[Russia]]<br>{{i|Colombia}} [[Colombia]]<br>{{i|Syria}} [[Ba'athist Syria]]<br>{{i|Palestine}} [[Palestine]]<br>{{i|India}} [[India]]<br>{{i|Pakistan}} [[Pakistan]]<br>{{i|Turkey}} [[Türkiye]]}} | ||
|Enemies= {{Scroll|{{i|Iran}} [[Iran]]<br>{{i|AfghanTaliban}} [[Afghanistan]]<br>{{i|LGBTQ}} [[LGBTQ+]]<br>{{i|FSA}} [[Free Syrian Army]] (from 2016)<br>{{i|Osama}} [[Al-Qaeda]]<br>{{i|Yemen}} [[Yemen]]}} | |||
|Likes= Pearls, pearl diving, gas, oil, banking, fishing | |||
|Dislikes= Being forgotten, being called "brains" | |||
|Preceded= {{i|Bahrain}} [[State of Bahrain]] | |||
|Succeeded= | |||
|themecolor= #DA291C | |||
|textcolor= White | |||
|Capital= | |||
|Gender= Male | |||
}}{{Quote|Bahrain is an example of a small nation with big ambitions. Our determination and unity will always guide us forward.|{{i|Bahrain}} [[Monarchism|Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa]]}}'''Bahrain''', officially the '''Kingdom of Bahrain''', is the smallest (and only island) country in the Middle East. Even though he is one of the smallest, he is also one of the most developed countries in the region. Bahrain is one of the only Middle Eastern countries that does not rely on oil as the staple produce. Instead, his main source of income is the banking industry, because he is considered to be a tax haven. Bahrain is plagued with internal conflict because the ruling family are {{i|Sunni}} [[Sunni Islam|Sunni Muslims]] and the majority of his population are {{i|Shia}} [[Shia Islam|Shia Muslims]]. | |||
== History == | ==History== | ||
As part of the adoption of the National Action Charter on 14 February 2002, Bahrain changed his formal name from the State (dawla) of Bahrain to the Kingdom of Bahrain. Following the political liberalization of the country, Bahrain negotiated a free trade agreement with the {{i|USA}} [[United States of America|United States]] in 2004. In 2005, {{i|Bahrain}} [[Qal'at al-Bahrain]], a fort and archaeological complex was inscribed as a {{i|UNESCO}} [[UNESCO]] World Heritage Site. | |||
As part of the adoption of the National Action Charter on 14 February 2002, Bahrain changed his formal name from the State (dawla) of Bahrain to the Kingdom of Bahrain. Following the political | |||
In early 2011, inspired by the Arab Spring, Bahrain's Shia majority began large protests against | In early 2011, inspired by the Arab Spring, Bahrain's {{i|Shia}} [[Shia Islam|Shia]] majority began large protests against their {{i|Sunni}} [[Sunni Islam|Sunni]] rulers. Initially, the government allowed demonstrations but later requested help from {{i|Saudi Arabia}} [[Saudi Arabia]] and {{i|GCC}} [[Gulf Cooperation Council]] countries, declaring a state of emergency. A crackdown followed, leading to thousands of arrests and allegations of torture. Daily clashes between protesters and security forces resulted in numerous deaths. By March 2014, more than 80 civilians and 13 police officers had died, with some fatalities linked to tear gas used by the government. The protests, which garnered limited coverage from Gulf media, were also said to involve {{i|Iran}} [[Iran|Iranian]] support for Bahraini militants. | ||
The Saudi-led intervention of Bahrain issued swift suppression of widespread government protests through military assistance from {{i|Saudi Arabia}} [[Saudi Arabia]] and the {{i|UAE}} [[United Arab Emirates]]. The 2011 Bahraini uprising ended in a bloody crackdown against the mainly {{i|Shia}} [[Shia Islam|Shiite]] demonstrators who had demanded an elected government, threatening the {{i|SunniTheo}} [[Sunni Theocracy|Sunni monarchy]]'s grip on power. The government branded the uprising as an {{i|Iran}} [[Iran|Iranian]] conspiracy, banned opposition parties, and imprisoned political opponents, which drew international criticism. | |||
In 2012, the Bahrain Pearling Trail, featuring three oyster beds, was designated a {{i|UNESCO}} [[UNESCO|World Heritage Site]], symbolizing Bahrain's historical pearl-diving economy. | |||
In April 2020, Bahrain established a committee to support private-sector workers for three months during the COVID-19 pandemic. {{i|Amnesty}} [[Amnesty International]] noted in 2021 that political repression and systemic injustice have intensified. | |||
Today, Bahrain remains dependent on {{i|Saudi Arabia}} [[Saudi Arabia]] and the {{i|UAE}} [[United Arab Emirates|UAE]], despite ongoing economic reforms. | |||
==Statistics== | |||
===Religion (2020)=== | |||
*{{i|Islam}} [[Islam]] (69.7%) | |||
**{{i|Shia}} [[Shia Islam]] (55%) | |||
**{{i|Sunni}} [[Sunni Islam]] (45%) | |||
*{{i|Christi}} [[Christianity]] (14.1%) | |||
*{{i|Hinduism}} [[Hinduism]] (10.2%) | |||
*{{i|Buddhism}} [[Buddhism]] (3.1%) | |||
*{{I|Atheism}} [[Atheism|Unaffiliated]] (2%) | |||
*{{I|Religion}} [[Religion|Other Religions]] (0.9%) | |||
*{{i|Judaism}} [[Judaism]] (0.002%) | |||
==Trivia== | |||
*The legal age in Bahrain to smoke has been 18 years old since 2009. Nobody can sell cigarettes to anyone under 18 and an age proof can be requested by local authority, such as an identity card. | |||
==Relationships== | |||
===Friends=== | |||
*{{i|Israel}} [[Israel]] - Welcome to an era of peace, my good friend! We both is have a {{i|Iran}} [[Iran|common enemy]]. But don't hurt {{i|Palestine}} [[Palestine]] please! | |||
*{{i|Russia}} [[Russia]] - Cool guy, we cooperate together at times. But {{i|Crimea}} [[Crimea]] isn't yours… | |||
*{{i|USA}} [[United States of America|United States]] - He buys our oil and protects me from {{i|Iran}} [[Iran]]. | |||
*{{i|Qatar}} [[Qatar]] - We are friends <s>FLAG STEALER! REMOVE!</s> | |||
===Neutral=== | |||
*{{i|Kuwait}} [[Kuwait]] - Happy National Day my brother! We can into rich! We share the same historical identities! But he hates me for making friends with {{i|Israel}} [[Israel]]. '''ASLO STOP FORCING YOUR DELEGATION TO LEAVE MY COUNTRY!!''' | |||
*{{i|Pakistan}} [[Pakistan]] - We have a lot of MOUs, and there is a lot of Pakistanis in my clay. But please be of more nice to {{i|India}} [[India]]! | |||
===Enemies=== | |||
*{{i|Iran}} [[Iran]] - Stop trying to claim me and my brother {{i|Qatar}} [[Qatar]] to bring us to a possible late anschluss you scum!! Also stop feeding protesters!!! Go away with your {{i|Shia}} [[Shia Islam|Shiite]] revolution!!! | |||
==How to draw== | |||
{{Flag|BahrainFlag.png|Flag of Bahrain}} | |||
{{DrawDif|easy}} | |||
# Draw a ball. | |||
# Fall it with red. | |||
# Draw a vertical white stripe on the left side of the ball, about one third of the total ball. | |||
# Make the border between the red and the white jigjaggy. Make the jigjags big. | |||
# Add eyes and done! | |||
{{FlagColour | |||
|c1= Maximum Red | |||
|h1= #DA291C | |||
|c2= White | |||
|h2= #FFFFFF | |||
}} | |||
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Latest revision as of 19:00, 25 November 2025
“”Bahrain is an example of a small nation with big ambitions. Our determination and unity will always guide us forward.
|
—  Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa
|
Bahrain, officially the Kingdom of Bahrain, is the smallest (and only island) country in the Middle East. Even though he is one of the smallest, he is also one of the most developed countries in the region. Bahrain is one of the only Middle Eastern countries that does not rely on oil as the staple produce. Instead, his main source of income is the banking industry, because he is considered to be a tax haven. Bahrain is plagued with internal conflict because the ruling family are 
Sunni Muslims and the majority of his population are 
Shia Muslims.
History
As part of the adoption of the National Action Charter on 14 February 2002, Bahrain changed his formal name from the State (dawla) of Bahrain to the Kingdom of Bahrain. Following the political liberalization of the country, Bahrain negotiated a free trade agreement with the 
United States in 2004. In 2005, Qal'at al-Bahrain, a fort and archaeological complex was inscribed as a 
UNESCO World Heritage Site.
In early 2011, inspired by the Arab Spring, Bahrain's Shia majority began large protests against their Sunni rulers. Initially, the government allowed demonstrations but later requested help from 
Saudi Arabia and 
Gulf Cooperation Council countries, declaring a state of emergency. A crackdown followed, leading to thousands of arrests and allegations of torture. Daily clashes between protesters and security forces resulted in numerous deaths. By March 2014, more than 80 civilians and 13 police officers had died, with some fatalities linked to tear gas used by the government. The protests, which garnered limited coverage from Gulf media, were also said to involve 
Iranian support for Bahraini militants.
The Saudi-led intervention of Bahrain issued swift suppression of widespread government protests through military assistance from Saudi Arabia and the 
United Arab Emirates. The 2011 Bahraini uprising ended in a bloody crackdown against the mainly Shiite demonstrators who had demanded an elected government, threatening the 
Sunni monarchy's grip on power. The government branded the uprising as an Iranian conspiracy, banned opposition parties, and imprisoned political opponents, which drew international criticism.
In 2012, the Bahrain Pearling Trail, featuring three oyster beds, was designated a World Heritage Site, symbolizing Bahrain's historical pearl-diving economy.
In April 2020, Bahrain established a committee to support private-sector workers for three months during the COVID-19 pandemic. 
Amnesty International noted in 2021 that political repression and systemic injustice have intensified.
Today, Bahrain remains dependent on Saudi Arabia and the UAE, despite ongoing economic reforms.
Statistics
Religion (2020)
Islam (69.7%)
Shia Islam (55%)
Sunni Islam (45%)
Christianity (14.1%)
Hinduism (10.2%)
Buddhism (3.1%)
Unaffiliated (2%)
Other Religions (0.9%)
Judaism (0.002%)
Trivia
- The legal age in Bahrain to smoke has been 18 years old since 2009. Nobody can sell cigarettes to anyone under 18 and an age proof can be requested by local authority, such as an identity card.
Relationships
Friends
Israel - Welcome to an era of peace, my good friend! We both is have a 
common enemy. But don't hurt 
Palestine please!
Russia - Cool guy, we cooperate together at times. But 
Crimea isn't yours…
United States - He buys our oil and protects me from Iran.
Qatar - We are friends FLAG STEALER! REMOVE!
Neutral
Kuwait - Happy National Day my brother! We can into rich! We share the same historical identities! But he hates me for making friends with Israel. ASLO STOP FORCING YOUR DELEGATION TO LEAVE MY COUNTRY!!
Pakistan - We have a lot of MOUs, and there is a lot of Pakistanis in my clay. But please be of more nice to 
India!
Enemies
- Iran - Stop trying to claim me and my brother Qatar to bring us to a possible late anschluss you scum!! Also stop feeding protesters!!! Go away with your Shiite revolution!!!
How to draw
Bahrain has a drawing rating of easy.
- Draw a ball.
- Fall it with red.
- Draw a vertical white stripe on the left side of the ball, about one third of the total ball.
- Make the border between the red and the white jigjaggy. Make the jigjags big.
- Add eyes and done!
| Color Name | HEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Red | #DA291C | |
| White | #FFFFFF | |
