Bahrain

Bahraini Hunger Striker Speaks of Motives

Activist says her protest was intended to draw attention to authorities’ crackdown and the fate of detained family members.

3 May 11

Trade union members, journalists and opposition parties are being systematically silenced by the authorities.

26 Apr 11

President of Bahraini group says he will continue to campaign against torture and unfair imprisonment, despite intimidation by the security forces.

18 Apr 11

Activists denounce Bahraini regime’s alleged attempt to present uprising as a sectarian conflict.

23 Mar 11

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