Bahrain press headlines

Manama, Aug. 8 (BNA): Bahrain dailies issued today focused in their principal headlines on the main local, Arab and international events which happened over the past 24 hours. The following is a round-up of the main topics: - HM the King congratulates Ivorian President. - HRH Premier congratulates Egyptian President and Prime Minister on the opening of the new Suez Canal. - HRH Premier: New Suez Canal is a mega project that reflects the Egyptian people’s strong resolve to move forward. - Congratulating HRH Premier on the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Award, Bahrainis assert that that the top prize is a global recognition of his role in achieving sustainable development goals. - HRH Crown Prince condoles with HRH Prince Mohammed bin Nayef over martyrs of Asir terror blast. - HRH Crown Prince congratulates the Egyptian leadership on the inauguration of the new Suez Canal, and affirms Bahrain’s constant readiness to support Egypt in all fields. - Condemning the terror blast in Asir, Saudi Arabia, MPs, political societies and citizens stress that the Gulf Union has become an indispensable strategic option. - Oman mediated in the release of the French hostage in Yemen. - Grand Mosque Imam: Elimination of terrorism is a compelling necessity. - Israeli President calls for establishing an Israeli-Palestinian Confederate as the best way to resolve the conflict. - UN to examine Syria chemical weapons attacks.