Bahrain

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[bah-reyn, -rahyn, buh-]

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a sheikdom in the Persian Gulf, consisting of a group of islands: formerly a British protectorate; declared independent 1971. 232 sq. mi. (601 sq. km). Manama.
the largest island in this group, and the site of most of the country's oil fields. 213 sq. mi. (552 sq. km).

Bahrain

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noun

an independent sheikhdom on the Persian Gulf, consisting of several islands: under British protection until the declaration of independence in 1971. It has large oil reserves. Language: Arabic. Religion: Muslim. Currency: dinar. Capital: Manama. Pop: 1 281 332 (2013 est). Area: 678 sq km (262 sq miles)

Bahrain

Island kingdom in the Persian Gulf off the coasts of Saudi Arabia and Qatar.

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Revenues from oil reserves, first discovered in 1931, have funded some of the most progressive programs in the Arabian nations.

British protectorate from 1820 to 1971.

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US and UK military naval personnel and ships are also stationed in Bahrain.

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The Bahrain Grand Prix, which has become the most common opening race, is again in April as a result of the timing of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.

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Five kittens heard crying for help under a shipping container in Bahrain have been saved by Royal Navy sailors.

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It is the second bust in three months for the British frigate, which is currently in Bahrain.

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It is a circuit with similar characteristics to Suzuka, Jeddah and Imola, where Verstappen was competitive, compared to circuits with a lower average cornering speeds, such as Miami, Monaco and Bahrain.

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