Which island group, situated off the coast of Qatar but sovereign territory of Bahrain, was awarded to Bahrain by the International Court of Justice in 2001?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Hawar Islands
- Step 1: The Hawar Islands consist of an archipelago of 16 principal islands situated southeast of Bahrain Island.
- Step 2: In March 2001, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruled on maritime and territorial boundaries, confirming Bahrain's sovereignty over Hawar.
Answer
Hawar Islands.
Why not the others: 'Farasan Islands' belong to Saudi Arabia in the southern Red Sea; 'Diyal Islands' refers to small unpopulated Gulf shoals; 'Halul Islands' is an oil export island under Qatari sovereignty.
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