You could say Bahrain punches above its weight: it’s a tiny island nation in the Middle East, but it plays a huge role when it comes to countering Iran, partnering with the U.S. Navy and reshaping the political landscape in the Middle East. I traveled to the capital of Manama to learn more about the small kingdom’s role on the global stage. I’m Shelby Holliday, a reporter for WSJ. Subscribe to join me as I explain some of today's most pressing geopolitical events, from superpower showdowns and conflicts to supply chain snarls and natural resource struggles. 0:00 Bahrain: Small Island, Big Influence 0:28 Global Security and Countering Iran 1:47: The Abraham Accords and Middle East Peace 3:20: Attracting Tourists and Investment #Bahrain #Coordinates #ShelbyHolliday