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Contract signed with Sentry Operations for UAS operations support in Bahrain. Departure 26 Apr. Threat assessment complete, travel booked, med kits confirmed.
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🇧🇭BAHRAINElevated
Client: Sentry Operations
Type: UAS Operations
Depart: 26 Apr 2026
Personnel: S. Treloar
Contract SignedActive
🇬🇧UK — MTSSLow
Client: Granite Strategic Advisors
Type: Managed TAK Server
Start: Apr 2026
Contract: Monthly rolling
MTSS Core — OnboardingSetup
🇺🇦 🇵🇰UKR / PAKCritical
Partners: BrioTech / Soloma
Type: Interceptor FPV UAS
Stage: Discussion
Personnel: TBC
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Deployment Detail — Bahrain
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BAHRAIN
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Intelligence Summary
Bahrain is a stable Gulf state with a strong security apparatus and significant Western military presence (US Fifth Fleet, NSA Bahrain). The operating environment is generally permissive for foreign contractors. Primary risks relate to periodic civil unrest (particularly in Shia-majority areas), regional tensions with Iran, and Houthi drone/missile threats from Yemen. OPSEC posture ELEVATED due to proximity to Iranian maritime assets and ongoing Houthi campaign targeting Gulf infrastructure. Full 19-page threat assessment available.
Government: Constitutional monarchy Head of State: King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa Prime Minister: Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad Population: ~1.5 million (incl. expats) Capital: Manama Time Zone: AST (UTC+3) — 2 hours ahead of UK (BST)
GEOGRAPHY & CLIMATE
Location: Archipelago in Persian Gulf, east of Saudi Arabia Area: 780 km² (33 islands) Terrain: Low-lying desert, highest point 134m Climate (Apr-May): Hot — 28-38°C, humid, occasional sandstorms Driving: Right-hand side Currency: Bahraini Dinar (BHD) — 1 BHD ≈ £2.10
Culture & Religion
RELIGION
Primary: Islam (~70% — split Shia ~55% / Sunni ~45%) Secondary: Christianity, Hinduism (expat communities) Friday: Holy day — most businesses closed Friday/Saturday Working week: Sunday to Thursday Alcohol: Available in licensed hotels and restaurants Dress: Modest in public — cover shoulders and knees outside hotels
UPCOMING RELIGIOUS HOLIDAYS
Eid al-Fitr: ~30 Mar 2026 (end of Ramadan) — passed Eid al-Adha: ~6 Jun 2026 — major holiday, 3-4 days off Islamic New Year: ~27 Jun 2026 Note: During your deployment (late Apr), no major religious holidays expected. Normal business operations.
Language & Key Phrases
LANGUAGES
Official: Arabic Widely spoken: English (business, signage, services) Other: Hindi, Urdu, Filipino (expat workers) Note: English is widely understood in Manama, hotels, and business districts. Less common in rural/village areas.
KEY ARABIC PHRASES
As-salamu alaykum — Hello (peace be upon you) Wa alaykum as-salam — Response to hello Shukran — Thank you Afwan — You're welcome Na'am / La — Yes / No Min fadlak — Please Ayn...? — Where is...? Mustashfa — Hospital Shorta — Police Musaa'ada! — Help!
Medical Facilities
HOSPITALS & A&E
Salmaniya Medical Complex Road 2904, Manama — 24hr A&E Tel: +973 1728 8888 Main government hospital, largest in Bahrain
King Hamad University Hospital Busaiteen — 24hr A&E Tel: +973 1744 4444 Modern facility, near Muharraq
Bahrain Defence Force Hospital (BDF) Riffa — Military hospital Tel: +973 1776 6666 Military facility — may require liaison for access
PHARMACIES & CLINICS
Al Hilal Hospital & Medical Centre Exhibition Road, Manama Tel: +973 1781 2222 Private — walk-in clinic available
American Mission Hospital Manama — near diplomatic area Tel: +973 1725 3447 English-speaking staff, Western standards
Pharmacies: Jaafar Pharmacy, Nasser Pharmacy (24hr branches in Manama). Most medications available OTC that would require prescription in UK.
Medical Evacuation (CASEVAC)
Emergency: Dial 999 (ambulance) Primary CASEVAC: Salmaniya Medical Complex — 24hr A&E, 10-15 min from most locations in Manama Secondary: King Hamad University Hospital (Busaiteen) or American Mission Hospital (Manama) Air Medevac: BAH Airport — medevac flights available to Dubai (1hr) or London (6.5hr). Coordinate with insurance provider. Blood: Ensure blood type is on file. Salmaniya has blood bank. Insurance: Verify travel insurance covers emergency medevac to UK/UAE before deployment
Security Plan — Bahrain
Areas to Avoid: Shia-majority villages south and west of Manama (Sitra, Sanabis, Diraz, A'ali, Bani Jamra). These areas experience periodic protests, roadblocks, and teargas deployment. Avoid after dark. Do not photograph security forces or checkpoints.
MOVEMENT & TRANSPORT
Main highways: Sheikh Isa bin Salman Highway (N-S), King Faisal Highway (coastal) Taxi: Use official metered taxis or ride-hailing apps (Careem) Driving: International licence accepted. Right-hand drive. Roads well-maintained. Speed limits: 60 km/h urban, 120 km/h highway Checkpoints: Occasional police checkpoints, especially near protest areas. Carry ID at all times. King Fahd Causeway: 25km bridge to Saudi Arabia. Passport required. Can queue 1-2hr on weekends.
KEY INFRASTRUCTURE
Airport: Bahrain International (BAH) — Muharraq Island Port: Khalifa bin Salman Port — south of Hidd US Military: NSA Bahrain / US 5th Fleet — Juffair UK Embassy: Diplomatic Area, Manama Police HQ: Ministry of Interior, Manama BAPCO Refinery: Sitra — critical infrastructure, restricted area
Evacuation Options
PRIMARY — AIR
BAH Airport: Direct flights to London (BA, Gulf Air), Dubai (1hr), Doha (30min). First available commercial flight. Charter: Private jet charter available from BAH — ExecuJet Bahrain, +973 1733 9933 Military air: If commercial aviation suspended — coordinate with British Embassy for RAF or US 5th Fleet air extraction from NSA Bahrain
SECONDARY — LAND
King Fahd Causeway: 25km bridge to Saudi Arabia. Drive to Dammam (30min) or Riyadh (4hr) airports. Passport + Saudi visa/transit required. Rental car: Pre-identify rental agencies at airport for rapid vehicle acquisition if needed Note: Causeway may be closed during civil unrest or military escalation. Monitor status via Bahrain traffic police Twitter.
TERTIARY — MARITIME
Khalifa bin Salman Port: Commercial shipping — ferries to Dammam (Saudi). Limited schedule. Private boat: Bahrain Yacht Club (Sitra) and Al Dar Islands marina. Small craft hire available for crossing to Saudi coast (~40km). Cost: 50-200 BHD. Fishing boats: Muharraq fishing harbour — local fishermen make regular crossings. Cash payment. Last resort. Dhow hire: Traditional wooden boats available at Manama Souk waterfront and Budaiya coast. Negotiate directly.
LAST RESORT
British Embassy: +973 1757 4100 — request assisted departure. Embassy will coordinate evacuation for UK nationals. US 5th Fleet: NSA Bahrain, Juffair — if UK Embassy facilitates, US Navy can provide naval extraction for allied nationals Safe havens: Major international hotels (Ritz-Carlton, Four Seasons, Gulf Hotel) — hardened structures, Western management, CCTV, security Cash reserve: Maintain $500 USD equivalent in cash at all times for emergency transport, bribes, or supplies
Operational Security Rules
Carry passport and client letter at all times
Do not photograph military/police/government buildings
Avoid all demonstrations and large gatherings
Do not discuss politics, religion, or the royal family
Use VPN for all internet activity on local networks
Acquire local SIM on arrival (Zain/Batelco) — do not use UK SIM for primary comms
Keep accommodation details confidential
Vary daily routes where possible
Maintain low profile — no branded clothing
Check FCO travel advice daily
Report any surveillance or suspicious activity immediately to Sentry Ops POC
In emergency: 999 (police/ambulance) or sos@excubis.co.uk
Active Tasks — Bahrain
Task ID
Description
Assigned
Priority
Status
Due
BHR-001
Pre-deployment equipment check and manifest
S. Treloar
Urgent
Active
25 Apr 2026
BHR-002
Review Bahrain threat assessment — update for current conditions
SIM: Zain or Batelco prepaid — acquire at BAH airport
WhatsApp:ONLY on this device — never on operational phone
Purpose: Day-to-day local comms, client coordination, general messaging
VPN: Always on — all traffic routed through VPN at all times
DEVICE 2 — EXCUBIS OPERATIONAL PHONE
Device: Excubis operational handset
Connectivity: Connected to Netgear M7 portable router (local SIM)
Signal / Session:Primary encrypted messaging — all sensitive comms
Email: sam@excubis.co.uk or sam@sentryoperations.com — via VPN only
No WhatsApp on this device — ever
VPN: Always on — all traffic routed through VPN at all times
CONNECTIVITY
Primary: Netgear M7 portable router with local SIM — provides connectivity to operational phone and laptop
VPN: Mandatory on ALL devices at ALL times — no exceptions
Public WiFi: NEVER use — no hotel WiFi, no airport WiFi, no café WiFi
Laptop: Connects via M7 hotspot only — VPN always on
BACKUP COMMS
Starlink: Portable unit — backup internet if M7/cellular fails
Garmin inReach: Satellite PLI and two-way messaging via Iridium — works independent of all cellular/internet
SOS: Garmin inReach SOS button — routes alert to Excubis + emergency services
UK Mobile: Personal phone with roaming enabled — absolute last resort only
COMMS SECURITY RULES
• VPN on ALL devices at ALL times — no exceptions
• WhatsApp ONLY on the in-country purchased phone — never on Excubis operational phone
• Signal / Session Messenger for all sensitive operational comms
• NEVER connect to public WiFi — hotel, airport, restaurant, anywhere
• M7 router provides the only WiFi network for operational devices
• Do not discuss operations, client details, or locations on WhatsApp
CHECK-IN SCHEDULE
Daily check-in: 08:00 local (05:00 UK) — Signal/Session to Sentry Ops POC
End of day: 18:00 local (15:00 UK) — Status update to Excubis via Signal
Missed check-in procedure: If no contact within 2 hours of scheduled check-in → Sentry Ops initiates welfare check via all channels. If no contact within 4 hours → escalate to British Embassy.
Garmin inReach: PLI tracking active at 10-min intervals throughout deployment
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