Bahrain Strips Citizenship from 69 Individuals for Alleged Iran Sympathy

Bahrain has revoked the nationality of 69 people accused of 'glorifying or sympathizing with hostile Iranian acts.' Rights advocates claim the kingdom is using regional conflict to suppress dissent.

30 Apr, 13:40 — 30 Apr, 13:40

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Bahrain sparks outcry after stripping 69 people of citizenship for ‘sympathising with Iran’: ‘Sets precedent’

As Bahrain revokes the nationality of dozens of people accused of ‘glorifying or sympathising with hostile Iranian acts’, rights advocates say the kingdom is using the regional conflict to curb dissent. Namita Singh reports

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Bahrain Strips Citizenship from 69 Individuals for Alleged Iran Sympathy

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Bahrain sparks outcry after stripping 69 people of citizenship for ‘sympathising with Iran’: ‘Sets precedent’

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