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Bahrain Hunger Striker’s Family Appeals For His Release

Conflict & Justice

Bahrain’s majority Shiites staged street protests last year seeking a greater political voice. Abdulhadi al-Khawaja was one of those protesters. He was jailed for life for his participation. Al-Khawaja has been on a hunger strike ever since.

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Protests on Anniversary of Bahrain Unrest

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Report: ‘Excessive Force Used’ In Bahrain

Conflict & Justice

Allegations of Torture in Bahrain

Conflict & Justice

Medics Jailed In Bahrain

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The Libya Effect in Bahrain

Conflict & Justice

The regime in Bahrain remains in power but the Libyan uprising could embolden protesters there.

Bahrain Poet Jailed for Criticizing the Government Released

Conflict & Justice

Poet Ayat al Gormezi was jailed after reading a poem critical of government in February. Wednesday Al Gormezi was released.

Update from Bahrain

The Bahraini King has declared a three month state of emergency amid continued protests. A thousand Saudi troops are in Bahrain Tuesday, along with help from the United Arab Emirates and other Gulf States. There have been reports that a Saudi soldier had been shot dead by opposition protester in Bahrain. But Abduljalil Khalili, an […]

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Nicholas Kristof Reports on Police Attacking Bahrani Protesters

Conflict & Justice

Nicholas Kristof of The New York Times gives a first-hand account of Bahraini police attacking protestors with tear gas and rubber bullets.

Top of the Hour: Crackdown in Bahrain, Morning Headlines

After a police crackdown, the central square is nearly empty. Riot police moved into Bahrain’s main square over night, taking thousands of sleeping protesters by surprise. They used rubber bullets and tear gas to clear the area.Tanks are on the streets of Bahrain’s capital, Manama this morning and clashes continue to break out. At least […]