On August 17, local newspapers in the Kingdom of Bahrain reviewed the main headlines related to local affairs alongside developments in Arab and international events. Highlights include His Majesty the King sending messages to the Presidents of the United States and Russia on the occasion of the historic successful summit held in Alaska; congratulations to the new board members of the Bahraini Journalists Association; Nasser bin Hamad crowned champion of the Rushford International Endurance Race in the UK; the National Plan for the Advancement of Bahraini Women 2025-2026; inspection of the historic building restoration project for municipal affairs; Bahrain praising the US-Russia summit in Alaska; the United Nations welcoming constructive dialogue at the Putin-Trump summit; Hurricane Irene upgrading to category four with increased strength and speed; and 23 deaths due to severe flooding in Niger.