Iran launched fresh drone and missile attacks targeting Bahrain and Kuwait on Sunday following new US airstrikes against the Islamic Republic. Tehran also threatened a "complete halt" in negotiations to end the conflict if Washington continues its military action. (Pics/AFP)

Top US diplomat Marco Rubio was in Bahrain on Thursday after promising Gulf allies that Washington would protect their interests as it seeks to hammer out a final settlement to end the war with Iran. He said that Israel and Lebanon are making good progress in their talks in Washington and are close to making a "commitment of intent". PICS/AFP