Bahrain

About the flag

Bahrain is correct because its flag uses red (traditional for Gulf states) with a serrated division whose five white points symbolize the Five Pillars of Islam. It’s often confused with Qatar’s flag, but Qatar’s is maroon, longer, and has more serrations. Bahrain is a small island kingdom in the Persian Gulf; its name means “two seas.” Historically famed for natural pearls, it also hosted the Middle East’s first Formula 1 Grand Prix in 2004. Tip to remember: think “Bahrain = five points for Five Pillars,” while “Qatar = more points and maroon.”