http://news.linktv.org Link TV News Videos (Filtered by topics: Bahrain Uprising) en-us Sun, 21 Apr 2013 09:11:00 -0700 Copyright 2011 Link Media, Inc. http://news.linktv.org/videos/raw-video-bahrain-rioters-fire-rockets-at-police?start=0 Amateur video shows anti-government protesters clashing with police in Manama as thousands riot ahead of the Bahrain Formula One Grand Prix on Sunday. Activists accuse the Bahraini government of using the Grand Prix for covering up human rights abuses. Sun, 21 Apr 2013 09:11:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/raw-video-bahrain-rioters-fire-rockets-at-police Bahrain Grand Prix, Human rights in Bahrain, Formula One, Human rights, Raw video, Bahrain Uprising, Rocket, Manama, Bahrain, ITN News Amateur video shows anti-government protesters clashing with police in Manama, the capital of Bahrain, as thousands riot ahead of the Bahrain Formula One Grand Prix on Sunday. Activists accuse the Bahraini government of using the Grand Prix for covering up human rights abuses. http://news.linktv.org/videos/grand-prix-fuels-fresh-bahrain-protests?start=0 Pro-democracy activists in Bahrain who say the world's eyes should be on the regime's human rights abuses, not the Grand Prix, have vowed to step up protests ahead of Sunday's F1 race. Rights groups say authorities fearing a repeat of last year's Grand Prix unrest have rounded up dozens of activists.<br /> Thu, 18 Apr 2013 06:59:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/grand-prix-fuels-fresh-bahrain-protests Bahrain, Bahrain Grand Prix, 2013 Bahrain Grand Prix, Formula One, Human rights in Bahrain, Bernie Ecclestone, Bahrain Uprising, Arab Spring, Motorsport, 2012 Bahrain Grand Prix Pro-democracy activists in Bahrain who say the world's eyes should be on the regime's human rights abuses, not the Grand Prix, have vowed to step up protests ahead of Sunday's F1 race. Rights groups say authorities fearing a repeat of last year's Grand Prix unrest have rounded up dozens of activists. http://news.linktv.org/videos/a-nation-under-occupation-bahrains-forgotten-uprising-two-years-on?start=0 Democracy Now! correspondent Sharif Abdel Kouddous describes his recent trip to Bahrain, where the Sunni monarchy continues its crackdown on a two-year old uprising. Since February 2011, at least 87 people have died at the hands of US-backed forces. While talks are taking place this week between the Bahraini government and opposition groups, several of Bahrain's leading human rights defenders remain imprisoned. "Bahrain had the feeling of a country under occupation," Kouddous says of his visit. "There was helmeted riot police in full armor, wielding shotguns, tear gas, sound grenades; deployed around villages outside of the helicopters; there were helicopters buzzing overhead conducting surveillance... Many people from the opposition movement lament that they have been forsaken by the international community and forgotten by the world's media for this uprising that doesn't get a lot of attention." <br /> Thu, 21 Feb 2013 13:33:00 -0800 http://news.linktv.org/videos/a-nation-under-occupation-bahrains-forgotten-uprising-two-years-on Bahrain Uprising, Bahrain, Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Abdulhadi Alkhawaja, Pearl Roundabout, Bahrain Centre for Human Rights, Tear gas, Manama, Human rights in Bahrain, Abu Saiba Democracy Now! correspondent Sharif Abdel Kouddous describes his recent trip to Bahrain, where the Sunni monarchy continues its crackdown on a two-year old uprising. Since February 2011, at least 87 people have died at the hands of US-backed forces. While talks are taking place this week between the Bahraini government and opposition groups, several of Bahrain's leading human rights defenders remain imprisoned. "Bahrain had the feeling of a country under occupation," Kouddous says of his visit. "There was helmeted riot police in full armor, wielding shotguns, tear gas, sound grenades; deployed around villages outside of the helicopters; there were helicopters buzzing overhead conducting surveillance... Many people from the opposition movement lament that they have been forsaken by the international community and forgotten by the world's media for this uprising that doesn't get a lot of attention." ---- We begin today's show looking at the Gulf nation of Bahrain, a close U.S. ally and the home of the Navy's Fifth Fleet. Tensions remain high in Bahrain after a teenager was killed last week on the second anniversary of pro-democracy protests. Since February 2011, at least 87 people have died at the hands of U.S.-backed security forces. While talks are taking place this week between the Bahraini government and opposition groups, several of that nation's leading human rights defenders remain imprisoned. Attorney Abdulhadi Alkhawaja, the co-founder of the Bahrain Center for Human Rights, is serving a life sentence. He has already been held for nearly two years. Nabeel Rajab, another prominent human rights defender, is serving a three-year sentence. Democracy Now! correspondent and Nation Institute fellow Sharif Abdel Kouddous has just returned from Bahrain. His latest article, "Scenes from a Bahraini Burial," will be published by The Nation today. He joins us from his home in Cairo, Egypt. Welcome to Democracy Now!, Sharif. Talk about what you found in Bahrain. And how difficult was it to get in? Well, I actually was granted at the last moment a journalist visa to enter for three days. And so, I was there for the uprising, the anniversary of the uprising on February 14th. And really, on that day and the days afterwards, Bahrain had the feeling of a country under occupation. There was helmeted riot police in full armor wielding shotguns, tear gas, sound grenades, deployed around villages outside of the capital. There was helicopters buzzing overhead conducting surveillance, police helicopters. There were checkpoints set up—and this is a feature of life in Bahrain—checkpoints along the major roads with security forces stopping motorists, checking IDs, sometimes keeping people for hours and harassing them. And meanwhile, inside the villages, there's—clashes take place with police, young men and boys in T-shirt balaclavas throwing Molotov cocktails and stones at police and usually being attacked with shotguns and suffocating amounts of tear gas. You see many of these young men going towards the site of the Pearl Roundabout, that roundabout that was destroyed by the government in the early months of the uprising in 2011. And this is a recurring symbolic—symbolic act of resistance to reclaim the birthplace of the uprising. So, this was the scene on the ground in Bahrain. And, of course, as you mentioned, on that day, a 16-year-old boy by the name of Hussain al-Jaziri was shot and killed by a police officer. I spoke to eyewitnesses who told me he was no more than three or four yards away from the police officer when he was killed. This has only fueled the unrest. And his funeral two days later was attended by thousands of people holding up pictures of him, a smiling picture of him, chanting things like "Down with Hamad," the king of Bahrain, chanting things like "I'm the next martyr." And this was despite police efforts to really cordon off the entire area. In the morning of that day, police had put roadblocks on all the major roads leading to a major area, to these two villages where the funeral march would take place. And really, there was an unforgettable scene as the march reached the graveyard and Hussain's body was being lowered into the grave. Protesters continued going forward towards the Pearl Roundabout, where, you know, dozens of security forces were waiting for them. And there was tear gas being fired, and people were holding tissues and gas masks over their hands and mouth as this body was being lowered into the ground. And so, this is the kind of scene that is in Bahrain, and many people lament there, from the opposition movement, that they have been forsaken by the international community and forgotten by the world's media for this uprising that doesn't get a lot of attention in the media. And, Sharif, you mentioned the tear gas that was fired. And in your article, you talk about the lethal use of tear gas throughout this democracy uprising by the forces, the government forces, in Bahrain. Could you expand on that? Right. Well, the police—and it must be mentioned that large ranks of the police are recruits from other countries, like Pakistan, Yemen and Jordan, and they're referred to by protesters and opposition people as mercenaries. But the security forces, the government had been heavily criticized for their use of tear gas in Bahrain. People speak about it as an unavoidable hazard of everyday life. Physicians for Human Rights, the U.S.-based group, released a study last year that found that their use—the government's use of tear gas was unprecedented in the world. People speak about how it's shot into apartments, into cars. Women—pregnant women have had miscarriages because of this. People speak of different types of colored gas—yellow and blue and black. And so, this is the kind of repression and crackdown on dissent that we're seeing. And on the eve of the uprising, a woman by the name of Amina Sayed Mahdi, who was a 36-year-old cashier at a country mall, at a mall, died of a lung infection after a month-long stint in the hospital. She would go home every day to her village in Abu Saiba and have to be exposed to a lot of gas. There was a lot of clashes around her village. And she would often faint on the way home. The people who documented her case told me that she would vomit often. She had stomach problems and eventually developed a lung infection. Now, she did have pre-existing medical conditions, which complicated the case, but her family points to the government and blame [it] directly for the killing. And hundreds turned out for her funeral. And they lay the blame also and call her a martyr, saying she died at the hands of the government's use of—lethal use of tear gas. Sharif, can you talk about the announcement by the king, King Hamad bin Isa al-Khalifa, to begin talks with the political opposition, their significance, the monarchy a close ally of the United States government? Right, the king in late January called for a national dialogue to be held. The first session was held on February 10th. This was the first attempt at talks in over 18 months, since dialogue broke down in the summer of 2011. It involves six opposition groups, along with pro-government representatives and the government themselves, in these talks. The people—the al-Wefaq Society, which is the largest political opposition group, is calling for a constitutional monarchy, major reforms including an elected prime minister to replace the king's uncle, who's been in power as prime minister for an astounding 42 years. There's a lot of skepticism amongst many of the people I spoke to on the ground of the outcome of these talks, that speaks to a deep mistrust of the government, given the crackdown that we've seen on protesters and on human rights workers over these last two years. They say that none of the recommendations put forward in a government-commissioned inquiry that was released in November 2011, that was headed by Cherif Bassiouni, none of them have been implemented. They say that none of the—or none of the key ones have been implemented, rather. The same goes for a U.N. report released in September that had a host of recommendations. They say none of those have been implemented. And there's a lot of skepticism and mistrust of the government. And so, we'll have to see where these talks go forward, but the increased unrest that we've seen in the last week threatens to derail them. http://news.linktv.org/videos/bahrain-protests-violence-death-greets-second-anniversary-of-uprising?start=0 Security forces in Bahrain shot dead a teenage boy on Thursday as protesters marked the second anniversary of the failed Arab Spring uprising. The shooting happened in a small village near the capital Manama after a radical underground group called for a general strike and a day of civil disobedience. Earlier in the week, riot police were deployed to disperse demonstrators and clashes broke out when tea gas was fired. The main opposition continues to demand the freeing of dozens of political prisoners, who were detained two years ago. Seven of them were interviewed by Amnesty International at Bahrain's Jaw prison last month. All of them say they've been jailed on false charges or under laws that repress basic rights. The human rights group also released a video from Maryam Abu Deeb, the daughter of one prisoner, Mahdi Abe Deeb, who is the president of the Bahrain Teachers Association. "My dad has been prisoned now for two years, sentenced to five years for exercising his right to freedom of expression," she recounted. Dozens of people were killed during February and March 2011 when the original uprising took hold. Human rights groups claim security forces used excessive force as they attempted to quash the protests. Many prisoners were allegedly tortured in the first weeks of their arrests. <br /> Thu, 14 Feb 2013 11:08:00 -0800 http://news.linktv.org/videos/bahrain-protests-violence-death-greets-second-anniversary-of-uprising Bahrain Uprising, Bahrain, Manama, Human rights in Bahrain, Political prisoner, Civil disobedience, Shooting, General strike, Human rights, Arab Spring Security forces in Bahrain shot dead a teenage boy on Thursday as protesters marked the second anniversary of the failed Arab Spring uprising. The shooting happened in a small village near the capital Manama after a radical underground group called for a general strike and a day of civil disobedience. Earlier in the week, riot police were deployed to disperse demonstrators and clashes broke out when tea gas was fired. The main opposition continues to demand the freeing of dozens of political prisoners, who were detained two years ago. Seven of them were interviewed by Amnesty International at Bahrain's Jaw prison last month. All of them say they've been jailed on false charges or under laws that repress basic rights. The human rights group also released a video from Maryam Abu Deeb, the daughter of one prisoner, Mahdi Abe Deeb, who is the president of the Bahrain Teachers Association. "My dad has been prisoned now for two years, sentenced to five years for exercising his right to freedom of expression," she recounted. Dozens of people were killed during February and March 2011 when the original uprising took hold. Human rights groups claim security forces used excessive force as they attempted to quash the protests. Many prisoners were allegedly tortured in the first weeks of their arrests. http://news.linktv.org/videos/leading-bahraini-opposition-activists-sentenced-to-life-in-prison?start=0 Bahrain's top court rejects the appeals of 13 opposition activists who were sentenced to between five years and life in prison, sparking protests in Bahrain. Leading opposition activists Abdulhadi Alkhawaja, Hassan Mushaima, and Abduljalil al-Singace all received life sentences. Mon, 07 Jan 2013 11:33:00 -0800 http://news.linktv.org/videos/leading-bahraini-opposition-activists-sentenced-to-life-in-prison Hasan Mushaima, Abdulhadi Alkhawaja, Bahrain Uprising, Abduljalil al-Singace, Bahrain, Human rights in Bahrain, Bahrain Centre for Human Rights, Shia Islam, Activism, Life imprisonment Bahrain's top court rejects the appeals of 13 opposition activists who were sentenced to between five years and life in prison, sparking protests in Bahrain. Leading opposition activists Abdulhadi Alkhawaja, Hassan Mushaima, and Abduljalil al-Singace all received life sentences. http://news.linktv.org/videos/repression-unleashed-in-bahrain-amnesty-international-report?start=0 BBC Arabic reports that Amnesty International issued a new report confirming that the level of repression in Bahrain has increased through the use of excessive and unjustified force, and warned that Bahrain has two choices, to either abide by the rule of law, or to head towards repression and persecution. This comes as the Bahraini judiciary decided to jail 23 doctors for three months on charges of participating in protests last year. Wed, 21 Nov 2012 16:38:00 -0800 http://news.linktv.org/videos/repression-unleashed-in-bahrain-amnesty-international-report Human rights in Bahrain, Bahrain Uprising, Amnesty International, Bahrain, Manama, Human rights, Doctor, Mosaic: World News from the Middle East, BBC Arabic Presenter, Female #1 The Bahraini judiciary decided to jail 23 doctors for three months on charges of participating in protests last year. Five were acquitted on the same charge, according to an announcement by the Bahraini attorney general. The announcement came as Amnesty International issued a new report warning that Bahrain has two choices, to either abide by the rule of law, or to head towards repression and persecution. Reporter, Male #1 A new debate between Bahrain and Amnesty International was embodied in the organization's latest report that incorporated one main theme, which is that Bahraini authorities backed down from the reforms they promised during the waves of popular protests, ongoing for nearly two years. There were many thugs of war within the report, especially since it was issued a few days before the first anniversary of the Bahraini Independent Commission of Inquiry's report. The latter acknowledged that human rights violations are occurring in the country. Reporter, Male #1 Amnesty's findings also come as Bahrain issued a report following up on the recommendations of the fact-finding commission. Amnesty International confirmed that the level of repression in Bahrain has increased through the use of excessive and unjustified force. Al-Manama responded that major reforms were implemented in the fields of security and judiciary, and that those who violated the law were prosecuted. Reporter, Male #1 After the Bahraini authorities said that the powers of the National Foundation for Human Rights were expanded in the country, Amnesty International responded in its report by saying that the prosecution of the current regime's opponents is increasing amid a ban on protests. Bahrain's government described the report as a gross distortion of the truth, after Amnesty criticized the authorities for stripping a number of opposition figures of their citizenship under the pretext that they are harming national security. Reporter, Male #1 The report also warned that Bahrain is facing two choices, to either abide by the rule of law, or head towards repression and persecution. Amnesty International did not want the findings of its report to be just a statement. The organization explicitly called on Britain, and the United States to immediately condemn what the organization considers ongoing human rights violations in Bahrain. Washington quickly said that Bahrain's failure to implement reforms will render the political dialogue there more difficult. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-112112?start=860 <p>Israel and Hamas agree to ceasefire as the occupation maintains its siege on Gaza, Amnesty International slams Bahraini regime for shelving reform and unleashing repression, dozens of Egyptians injured as Mohamed Mahmoud Street clashes continue, and more.</p> Wed, 21 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0800 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-112112 Gaza–Israel conflict, Israel, Palestinians, Israeli–Palestinian conflict, Gaza, West Bank, Jerusalem, Avi Pazner, Human rights in Bahrain, Tahrir Square Presenter, Female #1 The Bahraini judiciary decided to jail 23 doctors for three months on charges of participating in protests last year. Five were acquitted on the same charge, according to an announcement by the Bahraini attorney general. The announcement came as Amnesty International issued a new report warning that Bahrain has two choices, to either abide by the rule of law, or to head towards repression and persecution. Reporter, Male #1 A new debate between Bahrain and Amnesty International was embodied in the organization's latest report that incorporated one main theme, which is that Bahraini authorities backed down from the reforms they promised during the waves of popular protests, ongoing for nearly two years. There were many thugs of war within the report, especially since it was issued a few days before the first anniversary of the Bahraini Independent Commission of Inquiry's report. The latter acknowledged that human rights violations are occurring in the country. Reporter, Male #1 Amnesty's findings also come as Bahrain issued a report following up on the recommendations of the fact-finding commission. Amnesty International confirmed that the level of repression in Bahrain has increased through the use of excessive and unjustified force. Al-Manama responded that major reforms were implemented in the fields of security and judiciary, and that those who violated the law were prosecuted. Reporter, Male #1 After the Bahraini authorities said that the powers of the National Foundation for Human Rights were expanded in the country, Amnesty International responded in its report by saying that the prosecution of the current regime's opponents is increasing amid a ban on protests. Bahrain's government described the report as a gross distortion of the truth, after Amnesty criticized the authorities for stripping a number of opposition figures of their citizenship under the pretext that they are harming national security. Reporter, Male #1 The report also warned that Bahrain is facing two choices, to either abide by the rule of law, or head towards repression and persecution. Amnesty International did not want the findings of its report to be just a statement. The organization explicitly called on Britain, and the United States to immediately condemn what the organization considers ongoing human rights violations in Bahrain. Washington quickly said that Bahrain's failure to implement reforms will render the political dialogue there more difficult. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-111212?start=330 <p>West Africa bloc commits to military intervention in Mali, Kuwaiti opposition holds massive rally against electoral changes, Israel threatens to escalate attacks on Gaza after series of air strikes, and more.</p> Mon, 12 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0800 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-111212 Israel, Israel Defense Forces, Syria, Syrian Civil War, Israel-Syria relations, Golan Heights, Palestinians, Hassan Nasrallah, Hezbollah, Lebanon Hezbollah Secretary-General Hassan Nasrallah says they are capable of deterring Israel from attack Lebanon. He made his comments during a ceremony to mark Martyrs' Day, saying that the group is capable of retaliating against any attack by the Israeli military. Nasrallah also lashed out at the US and its allies for their approach to the conflict in Syria, and slammed the international community and the Arab League for remaining silent on the Bahraini government's crackdown on peaceful protests. http://news.linktv.org/videos/bahraini-paramilitaries-deployed-throughout-sitra?start=0 Bahrain's paramilitary National Guard has been deployed into areas of the island of Sitra in an attempt by authorities to quell political unrest. The death of a teenager in recent days sparked arson attacks and clashes between police and anti-government protestors. Sun, 11 Nov 2012 08:50:00 -0800 http://news.linktv.org/videos/bahraini-paramilitaries-deployed-throughout-sitra Bahrain Uprising, Sitra, National Guard of Bahrain, Bahrain, Protest, Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Al Jazeera English Bahrain's paramilitary National Guard has been deployed into areas of the island of Sitra in an attempt by authorities to quell political unrest. The death of a teenager in recent days sparked arson attacks and clashes between police and anti-government protestors. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-110912?start=508 <p>Kuwait's opposition renews calls for election boycott as candidate registration closes, US-approved Syrian opposition group forms governing body, Saudi-backed Bahraini forces kill teenage protester in Diraz, and more.</p> Fri, 09 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0800 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-110912 Palestinians, Israel, Syrian National Council, Gaza, Syrian Civil War, Israel Defense Forces, Israeli-occupied territories, Politics of Israel, Damascus, Government of Kuwait In Bahrain, the Saudi-backed al-Khalifa regime intensifies its crackdown on anti-government protests. Sixteen-year-old Ali Abbas Radhi was killed in the village of Diraz, west of Manama. A security vehicle ran him over as he was trying to enter a mosque. He later died of his wounds. Security forces have now surrounded the mosque to prevent people from entering it. The Friday prayers at the mosque were to be led by Sheikh Issa Qassem, a strong critic of the regime. http://news.linktv.org/videos/bahraini-regime-strips-31-dissenters-of-citizenship?start=0 BBC Arabic reports that the Bahraini Interior Ministry decided to revoke the citizenship of 31 activists for violating Article 10 of the Citizenship Act by undermining state security, according to a statement reported by the official Bahraini news agency. All 31 are Shiite, and some live outside of Bahrain. They include former members of parliament for the Shiite al-Wefaq Society. Wed, 07 Nov 2012 16:44:00 -0800 http://news.linktv.org/videos/bahraini-regime-strips-31-dissenters-of-citizenship Bahrain Uprising, Human rights in Bahrain, Ministry of Interior (Bahrain), Citizenship, Shia Islam, Bahrain, Member of parliament, BBC Arabic, Mosaic: World News from the Middle East BBC Arabic reports that the Bahraini Interior Ministry decided to revoke the citizenship of 31 activists for violating Article 10 of the Citizenship Act by undermining state security, according to a statement reported by the official Bahraini news agency. All 31 are Shiite, and some live outside of Bahrain. They include former members of parliament for the Shiite al-Wefaq Society. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-110712?start=437 <p>World breathes sigh of relief over Romney's loss, Bahraini regime strips 31 dissenters of their citizenship, Israel's annexation wall hindering Palestinian economic development a decade later, and more.</p> Wed, 07 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0800 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-110712 Israel, Syrian Civil War, Syria, United States, US presidential election, 2012, Barack Obama, Palestinians, Shia Islam, Politics of Iran, Human rights Presenter, Male #1 The Bahraini Interior Ministry announced in a statement that it revoked the citizenship of 31 opposition activists, including two former members of parliament. It added the decision was based on the Citizenship Act that allows it to revoke the nationality of anyone who undermines state security. For its part, the Bahraini opposition said the decision is not lawful since the activists were not put on trial. Guest, Male #2 The citizenship of those who damaged the state's security was revoked. Reporter, Female #1 Bahrain decided to revoke the citizenship of 31 activists for violating Article 10 of the Citizenship Act by undermining state security, according to a statement reported by the official Bahraini News Agency. All 31 are Shiite, and some live outside of Bahrain. They include former members of parliament for the Shiite al-Wefaq Society, Jawad Fairuz and Jalal Fairuz, Sheikh Hussein al-Najati, Sheikh Mohammad Sanad, lawyer Taymour Karimi, rights activist Saeed al-Shehabi, and Mariam al-Sayyed. Guest, Male #3 (Ali al-Aswad, Former MP for al-Wefaq Society) I think the regime today is trying to punish anyone who calls for freedom and democracy by using an important paper for citizens in Bahrain, which is the Bahraini citizenship. Reporter, Female #2 The Interior Ministry's statement indicated that Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid bin Abdullah al-Khalifa will take the appropriate measures to implement the decision to revoke the citizenship of the activists, with the aim of ensuring the kingdom's commitment to national security while complying with international agreements. The ministry added that those who object to the decision can resort to the judiciary. Guest, Male #4 (Sheikh Adel Muawada, Bahraini Parliament Deputy Speaker) All crimes undermine security and damage security, but some crimes actually destroy the country. This is what those people are doing. Those who reveal they don't care about their country and its interests don't deserve the honor of belonging to this country. Reporter, Female #2 But the opposition is saying those whose citizenship was revoked were not put on trial, and for this reason the ministry's decision is unlawful. Guest, Male #5 (Saeed al-Shehabi, Bahraini Freedom Movement Chairman) Legally, Article 15 section 2 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights stipulates that no one shall be arbitrarily deprived of his nationality. The second issue is that this decision was not the result of the judiciary's rule, and most of those who were deprived of their nationality were not put on trial, nor were they charged with anything. Reporter, Female #2 The authorities' decision comes two days after two Asian workers were killed and another was injured by five homemade bombs. The authorities described the blast as terrorism. Bahrain said it arrested four people suspected of having links to the explosions. It also accused the Iran-allied Lebanese Hezbollah of being responsible for the bombings. Reporter, Female #2 The Bahraini government accuses the opposition of having associations with foreign parties, and undermining state security. In response, the opposition says the government is punishing those calling for freedom by revoking their citizenship. In between the two sides, Bahrain is witnessing instability amid the accusations, and counter-accusations. Rima Shlon, BBC. http://news.linktv.org/videos/two-foreign-workers-killed-by-bombings-in-bahrains-capital?start=0 Jordan TV reports that two people of Asian decent were killed and a third was wounded in terrorist acts that targeted civilians in the Bahraini capital al-Manama. This comes days after the government announced a ban on all forms of public gatherings, and opposition mobilizations for the sake of public safety. Mon, 05 Nov 2012 18:27:00 -0800 http://news.linktv.org/videos/two-foreign-workers-killed-by-bombings-in-bahrains-capital Bahrain Uprising, Manama, Adliya, Bomb, Shia Islam, Terrorism, Bahrain, Civilian casualties, Mosaic: World News from the Middle East, Jordan Radio and Television Corporation (JRTV) Presenter, Male #1 Two people of Asian decent were killed and a third was wounded in terrorist acts that targeted civilians in the Bahraini capital al-Manama. This comes days after the government announced a ban on all forms of public gatherings, and opposition mobilizations for the sake of public safety. Reporter, Female #1 Days after the Bahraini government announced a ban on all forms of public gatherings, and opposition mobilizations for the sake of public safety a rare attack occurred, mainly targeting civilians. Five bombs exploded killing two people and injuring another. The Bahraini Interior Ministry announced that the two people that were killed are Asian street cleaners. One of them was instantly killed after kicking an explosive package, setting it off. The other person died at the hospital he was taken to after another bomb exploded near a theater. The ministry added that the bombs were locally produced, and that the bombing occurred in the Qudaibiya and Adliya districts of Manama, describing these bombing as terrorist acts. Guest, Female #2 He is a foreign worker who works in Adliya. He was a street cleaner with the municipality. He wakes up everyday at 4 am, and everyday he passes by the same place. He noticed a suspicious package with a timer. He lifted the package and it exploded. Reporter, Female #1 The Bahraini authorities had earlier announced that a number of people were injured by home-made bombs. However, the form of today's attacks are considered unprecedented. Bahrain is witnessing sporadic protests led by Shiite government opponents. Shiite villages continuously witness confrontations between protesters and security forces. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-110512?start=438 <p>Myanmar's Suu Kyi under fire for ignoring violence against the Rohingyas as thousands lack medical care, two foreign workers killed by bombings in Bahrain's capital, Arabs disillusioned with Obama express indifference to the US presidential election, and more.</p> Mon, 05 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0800 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-110512 Muammar Gaddafi , Israel, Rohingya, Civilian casualties, Myanmar, Iran, Aung San Suu Kyi, Iranian rial, Bahrain Uprising, Barack Obama Presenter, Male #1 Two people of Asian decent were killed and a third was wounded in terrorist acts that targeted civilians in the Bahraini capital al-Manama. This comes days after the government announced a ban on all forms of public gatherings and opposition mobilizations for the sake of public safety. Reporter, Female #1 Days after the Bahraini government announced a ban on all forms of public gatherings and opposition mobilizations for the sake of public safety, a rare attack occurred, mainly targeting civilians. Five bombs exploded, killing two people and injuring another. Reporter, Female #1 The Bahraini Interior Ministry announced that the two people that were killed are Asian street cleaners. One of them was instantly killed after kicking an explosive package, setting it off. The other person died at the hospital he was taken to after another bomb exploded near a theater. The ministry added that the bombs were locally produced, and that the bombing occurred in the Qudaibiya and Adliya districts of Manama, describing these bombing as terrorist acts. Guest, Female #2 He is a foreign worker who works in Adliya. He was a street cleaner with the municipality. He wakes up every day at 4 am, and every day he passes by the same place. He noticed a suspicious package with a timer. He lifted the package and it exploded. Reporter, Female #1 The Bahraini authorities had earlier announced that a number of people were injured by home-made bombs. However, the form of today's attacks were considered unprecedented. Bahrain is witnessing sporadic protests led by Shiite government opponents. Shiite villages continuously witness confrontations between protesters and security forces. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-103112?start=809 <p>UN calls for end to violence and discrimination against Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar, controversial electoral law divides Kuwait as registration process begins, Salafists clash with security forces in Tunisia, and more.</p> Wed, 31 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-103112 Iran, Nuclear program of Iran, Benjamin Netanyahu, Sanctions against Iran, Paris, François Hollande, President of France, Israel, Prime Minister of Israel, Syrian Civil War Bahraini anti-regime protestors once again take to the streets despite a ban on all opposition protests and gatherings. People gathered in the capital Manama in solidarity with political prisoners, including opposition leader Hassan Mushaima. Saudi-backed forces used tear gas and rubber bullets on the protestors, injuring several. On Tuesday, Bahrain's Interior Ministry claimed that the protests amount to an abuse of the right to free speech. Press TV asks Jamal Wakim from Lebanese International University how long he expects the Bahraini crackdown to continue. http://news.linktv.org/videos/bahraini-regime-criminalizes-all-public-gatherings-rallies?start=0 BBC Arabic reports that Bahraini Minister of Interior Sheikh Rashid Bin Abdullah al-Khalifa announced that all marches and gatherings are now banned in the country. He justified the decision by saying it aims to maintain civil peace. Tue, 30 Oct 2012 17:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/bahraini-regime-criminalizes-all-public-gatherings-rallies Bahrain Uprising, Human rights in Bahrain, Ministry of Interior (Bahrain), Al Wefaq, Protest, Human rights, Bahrain, Manama, Mosaic: World News from the Middle East, BBC Arabic Presenter, Male #1 The Bahraini minister of interior, Sheikh Rashid Bin Abdullah al-Khalifa, announced that all marches and gatherings are now banned in the country. He justified the decision by saying it aims to maintain civil peace. The minister confirmed that all marches, and gatherings will be considered illegal, and that legal action will be brought against those calling for, or participating in them. Reporter, Female #1 As protests continue in Bahrain, a new development has emerged on the ground. The Bahraini government issued a decision banning all demonstrations, marches and gatherings in the country. The decision came after clashes between the police and protestors. It led the Bahraini minister of interior, Rashid al-Khalifa, to declare what he described as the repetitive misuse of the right to freedom of expression as unacceptable. He confirmed that protests will not be allowed until an adequate level of security and stability is restored. The minister said that all marches and gatherings will be dealt with as illegal and that all possible legal action will be taken against those calling for, participating in, or having any relationship to these public gatherings. The Bahraini government views calls to topple the ruling regime and chants in favor of bringing it down as a threat to civil peace and a disruption of public order. Guest, Female #2 (Samira Rajab, Minister of State for Information Affairs in al-Manama) Groups hold demonstrations, but the level of violence seen in these marches, and protests in really unacceptable. The opposition is working non-stop to heighten the level of political tension. Reporter, Female #1 However, the opposition believes that it is the authorities that are giving the green light to violence by suppressing protests, killing demonstrators and arbitrarily arresting citizens, adding that the authorities are driving the country into a dead end. Guest, Male #2 (Hadi al-Mosawi, Head of Human Rights in al-Wefaq Opposition Movement) They are arbitrarily arresting citizens. They are still torturing detainees, after having said they do not torture. The authorities are still being violent in their dealings with many protests that take place in villages by the residents. Thousands of these marches took place and many citizens have been killed. The authorities are reading the reality backwards. When the government strikes at, and bans even this last card still in the opposition's hand, it stifles the people and we don't know how to get out of this crisis. Reporter, Female #1 The decision comes after the Bahraini public prosecution released three members of al-Wefaq society, the largest Shiite opposition movement in Bahrain. They were arrested following what the Bahraini Ministry of Interior described as excesses that occurred during an authorized opposition gathering. This isn't the first time the government decides to ban protests in Bahrain. A similar ban was imposed for three months when a state of emergency was declared in March, 2011. Maha Sukkar, BBC. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-103012?start=36 <p>Bahraini regime criminalizes all public gatherings and rallies, Myanmar rejects ASEAN's offer to launch national reconciliation talks, Afghan policeman kills two British soldiers as UK forces cover up civilian killings, and more.</p> Tue, 30 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-103012 Israel, Iran, Israeli settlement, Military exercise, Bahrain Uprising, Kermanshah, East Jerusalem, Politics of Israel, US-Israel relations, Syrian Civil War Presenter, Male #1 The Bahraini interior minister, Sheikh Rashid Bin Abdullah al-Khalifa, announced that all marches and gatherings are now banned in the country. He justified the decision by saying it aims to maintain civil peace. The minister confirmed that all marches and gatherings will be considered illegal, and that legal action will be brought against those calling for or participating in them. Reporter, Female #1 As protests continue in Bahrain, a new development has emerged on the ground. The Bahraini government issued a decision banning all demonstrations, marches, and gatherings in the country. The decision came after clashes between the police and protestors. It led the Bahraini minister of interior, Rashid al-Khalifa, to declare what he described as the repetitive misuse of the right to freedom of expression as unacceptable. He confirmed that protests will not be allowed until an adequate level of security and stability is restored. The minister said that all marches and gatherings will be dealt with as illegal, and that all possible legal action will be taken against those calling for, participating in, or having any relationship to these public gatherings. The Bahraini government views calls to topple the ruling regime and chants in favor of bringing it down as a threat to civil peace and a disruption of public order. Guest, Female #2 (Samira Rajab, Minister of State for Information Affairs in al-Manama) Groups hold demonstrations, but the level of violence seen in these marches and protests in really unacceptable. The opposition is working non-stop to heighten the level of political tension. Reporter, Female #1 However, the opposition believes that it is the authorities that are giving the green light to violence by suppressing protests, killing demonstrators, and arbitrarily arresting citizens, adding that the authorities are driving the country into a dead end. Guest, Male #2 (Hadi al-Mosawi, Head of Human Rights in al-Wefaq Opposition Movement) They are arbitrarily arresting citizens. They are still torturing detainees, after having said they do not torture. The authorities are still being violent in their dealings with many protests that take place in villages by the residents. Thousands of these marches took place, and many citizens have been killed. The authorities are reading the reality backwards. When the government strikes at, and bans even this last card still in the opposition's hand, it stifles the people and we don't know how to get out of this crisis. Reporter, Female #1 The decision comes after the Bahraini public prosecution released three members of al-Wefaq society, the largest Shiite opposition movement in Bahrain. They were arrested following what the Bahraini Ministry of Interior described as excesses that occurred during an authorized opposition gathering. Reporter, Female #1 This isn't the first time the government decides to ban protests in Bahrain. A similar ban was imposed for three months when a state of emergency was declared in March 2011. Maha Sukkar, BBC. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-102912?start=632 <p>Car bombings rock Damascus as failed Syrian ceasefire ends, Yemeni prisoners' family members mobilize to demand their release, Bahraini opposition stages anti-regime rallies, and more.</p> Mon, 29 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-102912 Israel Defense Forces, United Nations, Israel, Gaza, Palestinian rocket attacks on Israel, Tehran, Eid al-Adha, Israeli–Palestinian conflict, Palestinians, Syrian Civil War Protestors in Bahrain once again take to the streets despite regime forces who fired tear gas to disperse crowds in the towns of Nuwaidrat and Maameer, south of the capital Manama. The protestors were calling for the downfall of the ruling family when they came under attack. They also expressed solidarity with detained activist Hassan al-Mushaima, whose life is said to be in danger, as he is suffering from cancer. He is serving a life sentence for his role in anti-regime protests. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-101712?start=240 <p>NATO's immunity at stake over bombing of civilians in Libya, Bahraini man dies after regime forces fire toxic tear gas into his home, Palestinians shut down Israeli-only road in the West Bank, and more.</p> Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-101712 Israel, Palestinians, Jerusalem, Israel Defense Forces, Khaled K. El-Hamedi, Bahrain Uprising, Palestinian rocket attacks on Israel, Levy Report, Egypt–Israel relations, Israeli-occupied territories A Bahraini man dies after inhaling poisonous tear gas fired by Saudi-backed regime forces. The elderly man, identified as Haj Mahdi Ali Marhun spent the past two months of his life in a hospital following complications that he suffered after regime forces fired tear gas into his house in Maameer Village. He is the 95th Bahraini to lose his life since the revolution began last year. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-101212?start=723 <p>Anti-Morsi slogans lead to clashes between Islamists and liberals in Tahrir Square, African Union forces expand control outside of Mogadishu, Saudi Arabia ranks as world's second-worst country for women, and more.</p> Fri, 12 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-101212 Taliban, Israel, Islamism, Afghanistan, Tahrir Square, Women's rights in Saudi Arabia, Ghazni Province, Jalalabad Airport, Bahrain Uprising, Nobel Peace Prize Bahraini regime forces have once again fired tear gas and stun grenades at people protesting in the old market area of central Manama. Activists say at least ten protestors, including several women, were arrested during the demonstration. Another large protest was held along the capital's main highway earlier on Friday, organized by Bahrain's main opposition bloc, al-Wefaq. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-101112?start=1095 <p>Syria accuses Turkey of "air piracy" after interception of Damascus-bound passenger plane, Paris police find bomb-making equipment in basement of "terror cell," Hezbollah claims responsibility for drone that entered Israeli airspace, and more.</p> Thu, 11 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-101112 Israel, Politics of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu, Shura Council, Syrian Civil War, Syria, Syria-Turkey relations, Bani Walid, Paris, Hassan Nasrallah Presenter, Female #1 Bahraini revolutionaries called for intensifying rallies in preparation for the activities of "The Right to Self Determination 13," which is scheduled for tomorrow in the capital, al-Manama. On a different front, the Bahraini minister of justice threatened Friday Imams with accountability and arrest if they continued politicizing their speeches, according to his statement. Reporter, Male #1 "To Manama." This is what Bahrain's revolutionaries called for: pouring all efforts into the capital, and fulfilling the call from the president of the Bahrain Center for Human Rights, detainee Nabeel Rajab, who recommended increasing the activities of the revolution inside the capital. The revolutionary youth took off with mass marches and sit-ins all over Bahrain, in preparation for a march toward the capital, al-Manama, the day after tomorrow, Friday, under the banner, "The Second Friday of Resistance." Reporter, Male #1 Within the series of activities performed by the revolution's youths during the "Week of Self-Determination," the revolutionaries saluted Martyrs' Day by presenting flower bouquets to the family of martyr Sayyed Jawad Hashim. He was martyred as a result of inhaling poisonous gases that were fired by regime forces on his house, as well as residential neighborhoods, on the island of Sitra last year. A march also took place denouncing the spilling of martyrs' blood, with demands for punishment of the killers, executioners, and torturers, as well as the country's king. Reporter, Male #1 Regime forces confronted the peaceful protests with pellet bullets and poison gas. They raided homes and indiscriminately fired suffocating poison gas at them, and chased protestors. Reporter, Male #1 At the official level, the Minister of Justice and Islamic Affairs, Khalid Bin Ali al-Khalifa, threatened the Friday pulpit preachers with detention and liability. According to his words, the preachers committed violations with their politicizing of religious speech during Friday sermons, alluding to Ayatollah Sheikh Issa Qassem. Reporter, Male #1 As for the Minister of Interior, he threatened a large number of Bahraini citizens with deportation from the country for good, if they fail to condemn what he described as "sabotage." In a letter directed to religious, athletic, and social institutions, he claimed that the citizens are of non-Bahraini origins. This forced them to issue statements of condemnation, in accordance with the Minister of Interior's desires. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-100212?start=1321 <p>Jewish extremists storm Jerusalem's al-Aqsa Mosque, Somalia's al-Shabab claims responsibility for blasts in "liberated" Kismayo, Iranian rial falls to all-time low as Western sanctions take hold, and more.</p> Wed, 03 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-100212 Politics of Israel, Taliban, Afghanistan, Mahmoud Abbas, Israel Defense Forces, Israel, Muslim, United States, Al-Aqsa Mosque, Kismayo A 24-year-old Bahraini activist, Mohammed Mushaima, has died of an illness while in custody. He was in jail serving a prison term of seven years for taking part in anti-regime protests. He was pronounced dead at a government hospital in the capital Manama. Officials say that he was suffering from a hereditary disease. Lawyers say that they asked the court to release Mushaima because of his health, but their request had been denied. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-100312?start=195 <p>Iranian riot police clash with demonstrators during currency crisis protests in Tehran, Bahrain launches crackdown on funeral for activist who died in custody, Tunisian woman accused of indecency after being raped by security forces, and more.</p> Wed, 03 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-100312 Syrian Civil War, Syria, Israel, Human rights, Aleppo, Free Syrian Army, Palestinians, Iran, Damascus, Activism Presenter, Male #1 Tens of thousands of Bahrainis participated in a funeral procession for martyr Mohammed Mushaima, who died from torture and the deprivation of medical treatment, due to his participation in the protests against political and social discrimination. The mourners condemned the police's procedures, and called for putting the king on trial. Regime forces confronted the mourners with gunfire and poison gas. Presenter, Male #1 On the other hand, al-Wefaq Society accused the Bahraini regime of being behind Mushaima's death, by depriving him of medical treatment and fabricating accusations against him. The Arab Network for Human Rights Information held al-Manama's authorities responsible for his martyrdom. Mushaima was sentenced to seven years in prison. Reporter, Male #2 Only two days had passed since the Bahraini regime killed martyr Ali Neama with gunfire, before another martyr was killed, Ali Mushaima. But this time, it was by torturing him in prison and depriving him of medical treatment. The new martyr was sentenced to seven years in prison, after he was charged with protesting at a financial facility. The evidence they presented for this charge was invalid, because Mushaima was in the hospital at the time. The martyr carried out one year of his prison sentence before his torturers decided to execute him with torture. Before that, they deprived him of medical treatment. Reporter, Male #2 Tens of thousands held a funeral procession for the 23-year-old martyr, and repeated angry slogans in which they called for toppling the regime, and putting the Bahraini king on trial for killing peaceful protestors who were expressing their opinions. Reporter, Male #2 After holding a procession for the martyr in the town of al-Deir, which is west of the capital al-Manama, thousands headed to Pearl Square, defying the Saudi occupation army and the Bahraini army, who cordoned off the square to support the regime's security forces. Regime forces cracked down on them with bullets and poison gas. Reporter, Male #2 It was not enough for the regime to crack down on them and kill them. It also intentionally arrested a number of doctors and surgeons. The most recent arrests were of Ali al-Akri, Saeed al-Samahigi, Ghassan Daif, Mahmoud Asghar, and the secretary of the Bahrain Nursing Society, Ibrahim al-Damastani, in addition to Nurse Diaa Ibrahim. Reporter, Male #2 Internationally, Amnesty International condemned the court, which upheld the medics' sentences. They said that this once again shows that there is no real commitment from the Bahraini government to achieve real justice for the victims of human rights violations. They also asserted that the medics were imprisoned for practicing their legitimate right to freedom of expression, and demanded their release without restrictions or conditions. Reporter, Male #2 Britain, which is one of the main countries that endorses the Bahraini regime, postponed the trail of Bahraini opposition activist Ali Hassan Musheima until next month. Musheima and his colleague Mussa Abd-Ali are accused of climbing the Bahraini Embassy building in London during a sit-in. It worth noting that Ali's father is Sheikh Hassan Musheima, who is currently imprisoned in the Bahraini regime's prisons, and is being subjected to torture, according to lawyers and relatives. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-100112?start=1172 <p>Taliban claims responsibility for deadly attack on joint Afghan-NATO convoy, Jordan extends voter registration deadline amid Islamist-led election boycott, tens of thousands of Saudis mourn protestors killed in crackdown on opposition, and more.</p> Mon, 01 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-100112 Mitt Romney, AKP, Palestinians, Ankara, Jerusalem, Middle East, Iran, Republican Party (United States), United Nations, Human rights A group of Bahraini medics have been jailed for treating the wounded during last year's anti-regime protests. The official charges facing the nine medics include theft of medical equipment, occupying a hospital, and attempting to topple the monarchy. A Bahraini appeals court has upheld the sentences. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-092812?start=206 Bahrain's revolutionaries called for a "Friday of Rage" in all parts of the country, Al-Alam reports. Meanwhile, released Bahraini journalist Ahmed Radhi revealed that prisoners had been tortured into confessing to acts they did not commit. Fri, 28 Sep 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-092812 UN General Assembly, Israel, Syrian Civil War, Palestinians, Syria, Nuclear program of Iran, Benjamin Netanyahu, Iran, Kismayo, Bahrain Uprising Presenter, Female #1 The revolutionaries of Bahrain called for a "Friday of Rage" in all parts of the country. Opposition groups called for demonstrations in the western part of the capital, al-Manama. Meanwhile, the released Bahraini journalist Ahmed Radhi revealed that prisoners had been tortured into confessing to acts they did not commit. Reporter, Male #1 The day to commemorate martyr Issa al-Taweel was the day marked by the revolutionaries to come out for demonstrations in different areas of Bahrain, confirming that they will continue to walk the path of the martyrs until their legitimate demands are fulfilled. Reporter, Male #1 The Day of the Martyr is a special day that revolutionaries are accustomed to holding for one of the revolution's martyrs every week. They give flower bouquets to the families of the martyrs, or as the revolutionaries call them, "bouquets of vows and loyalty." Guest, Male #2 We present to you the "bouquet of vows and loyalty" for our dear martyr, Hajj Issa al-Taweel. Reporter, Male #1 The demonstrations and events were faced with a crackdown by the regime's forces, which waged a campaign in several areas to punish citizens who held events to express their opinions. They used bullets and poison gas, which filled residential areas. Reporter, Male #1 The journalist who was released four days ago from the Bahraini regime's prisons, Ahmed Radhi, exposed the condition of prisoners and the ongoing torture within the Interior Ministry. He asserted that most of the confessions are fabricated, and that prisoners are forced to sign them. Otherwise, the torture continues, through electricity and other methods, until death. Guest, Male #3 (Ahmed Radhi, Bahraini Journalist) There are some prisoners in very critical health, who require urgent medical attention. Many youths have been subjected to physical and psychological torture, as well as sexual harassment. Thus far, they haven't found sufficient treatment. Reporter, Male #1 As for the official regime, it returned to the song and dance of foreign intervention, making arbitrary accusations of interference in its country. Guest, Male #4 (Khalid al-Khalifa, Bahraini Foreign Minister) Bahrain is facing continuous intervention in its internal affairs. Recently, we have listened to threats and vows against the Gulf Cooperation Council that violate the principle of good neighborliness. Reporter, Male #1 The Bahraini appeals court rejected the demand to release rights activist Nabeel Rajab on bail, as it has scheduled a session next Thursday for his trial. The lower court had ruled to imprison him for three years, on the charges of participating in a peaceful demonstration and calling for participation on social network sites. International rights organizations and Western governments condemned the arrest of Rajab, who works to document the violations of the ruling regime, and they demanded his immediate release. Presenter, Female #1 Families in al-Qatif, in the eastern part of Saudi Arabia, announced a general mourning period today, Friday, and tomorrow, Saturday, for the lives of martyrs in the area. Protests continued against the Saudi regime's oppressive practices. A demonstration took place in the area condemning the massacre committed by the regime's forces. The families urged the continuation of the general mourning period, a strike, and the shutdown of stores, if they do not receive the bodies of the martyrs. The gunfire of Saudi regime forces had killed Khalid Abdelkarrim al-Labad and Mohamed Habib al-Manasif during a raid of dozens of homes in the Eastern Province town of al-Awamiyah last Wednesday. Presenter, Female #1 On Wednesday, the Committee to Defend Human Rights in the Arab Peninsula condemned the Saudi regime's crime of killing civilians by gunfire, and warned of the consequences of transgressions against the free people of the Eastern Province. Meanwhile, the president of the committee, Sheikh Mohamed al-Hussein, asserted that remaining silent on the regime's practices is a major crime against religion and the country. He called on scholars and prominent figures to unite and take a courageous stance to reject the oppression, which does not exclude anyone. Sheikh al-Hussein urged international organizations to condemn al-Riyadh's practices against the people of the Eastern Province, who are calling for their legitimate rights. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-092112?start=569 <p>Blasphemy anger spreads to Asia as Pakistan protests turn deadly, Egypt's Copts and Muslims come together to denounce anti-Islam film, over 300 officers charged in Turkey's "sledgehammer" coup plot, and more.</p> Fri, 21 Sep 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-092112 Islam, Muhammad, Nuclear program of Iran, 2012 US diplomatic missions attacks, Kashmir, Israel, Muslim, Bashar al-Assad, Syrian Civil War, Innocence of Muslims Bahraini protestors once again took to the streets in the capital Manama. Reports say security forces fired tear gas and rubber bullets at the demonstrators; there have been no reports of casualties. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-091912?start=373 <p>France to shut embassies in over 20 countries over anti-Prophet cartoons, Iran's foreign minister meets Syrian President Assad in Damascus, Israel exiles Palestinian hunger striker to Pakistan, and more.</p> Wed, 19 Sep 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-091912 Israel, Depictions of Muhammad, Syria, Palestinian National Authority, Syrian Civil War, Charlie Hebdo, Arab League, Pakistan, Islam, Islamophobia Bahrainis hold a massive funeral for the latest victims of the regime's crackdown on protests. The funeral for 59-year-old Haj Hassan Abdullah was held in Sitra. He died when Saudi-backed regime forces fired tear gas at his home. The protestors chanted slogans calling for the downfall of the ruling al-Khalifa regime. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-091312?start=1003 <p>US embassy protests spread across the Middle East as anger over anti-Islam film grows, shelling of Aleppo continues as UN special envoy arrives in Damascus, Palestinian protestors call for end to Oslo peace accords, and more.</p> Thu, 13 Sep 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-091312 United States, Israel, Iran, 2012 US diplomatic missions attacks, Nuclear program of Iran, Islam, Tehran, International Atomic Energy Agency, Bahrain, Palestinians In Bahrain people are protesting for the downfall of the regime and the release of prisoners on an almost daily basis against al-Khalifa rule in spite of a heavy crackdown. Among the detained is prominent human rights activist Nabeel Rajab, who received a three-year sentence on August 16 for protests against Bahrain's monarchy. The court decision drew widespread criticism from rights groups. A conference on Bahrain is underway in the Lebanese capital Beirut in which organizers from the Bahrain Center for Human Rights filed a human rights report entitled, "Bahrain citizens in the grip of the executioner," highlighting rights violations by the Bahraini royal family. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-090512?start=234 Bahrain witnessed angry demonstrations in condemnation of the verdicts issued against 13 detained opposition figures, calling them illegal, reports Al-Alam. Dozens were injured by Bahraini forces during their crackdown on the marches. Wed, 05 Sep 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-090512 Israel, West Bank, Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, Human rights, Foreign and Commonwealth Office, Syrian Civil War, Human rights in Bahrain, Logar Province, Avigdor Lieberman, Palestinians Presenter, Male #1 Different parts of Bahrain witnessed angry demonstrations in condemnation of the verdicts issued against 13 detained opposition figures. Dozens were injured with shotgun pellets used by the regime's forces during their crackdown on the marches. For its part, the opposition in Bahrain condemned the verdicts and considered them illegal. Britain, Denmark, and international rights organizations also condemned the verdicts and called for the release of the prisoners. Presenter, Male #2 Popular anger was expressed in different parts of the country in condemnation of the sentences handed down to 13 opposition figures held in the Bahraini regime's prisons. Slogans denouncing the unjust verdicts were chanted by the participants of a demonstration called for by opposition forces in the area of Barbar. It was held under the banner, "We all sacrifice ourselves for our symbols." Presenter, Male #2 The chants heard in Sitra, al-Sanabis, and other areas demanded the annulment of these verdicts, and the immediate release of the detainees without any restrictions or preconditions. The protestors confirmed that the popular mobilization will continue until their demands are met. These marches were attacked by regime forces as soon as they were launched with shotgun pellet and poisonous gas grenades. The result was several injuries and cases of suffocation. Presenter, Male #2 Opposition forces condemned the verdicts and considered them invalid, saying they were based on systematic retaliation. They held the international community accountable for favoring al-Manama's regime, and for failing to take measures to push the regime to respect the law and international human rights charters. Guest, Male #3 (Yousuf Rabei, President of Bahrain Center for Human Rights) The Bahrainis confirmed that they will not return to their homes, and that they are committed to the reasons they took to the street on February 14th 2011, despite the major sacrifices and a continued presence in the squares. Reporter, Male #2 Internationally, Amnesty International condemned the verdicts and described them as shameful, calling on al-Manama to annul them. As for Denmark, it objected to the decision to uphold the life sentence against rights activist Abdulhadi Alkhawaja, and called on the international community to deal firmly with the al-Manama regime over its failure to respect human rights. Reporter, Male #2 With that, the British Foreign Office Minister for the Middle East and North Africa, Alistair Burt, expressed disappointment over the verdicts issued by the Bahraini regime. The Arab Network for Human Rights considered the verdicts a continuation of the arbitrary measures taken against the activists and regime opponents who took part in the Bahraini uprising and called for reforms. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-082412?start=458 <p>Israel takes aim at Palestinian agricultural sector in Jericho, minor clashes break out between pro- and anti-Muslim Brotherhood protestors in Egypt, renewed tribal clashes leave three people dead in northern Libya, and more.</p> Fri, 24 Aug 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-082412 Israel, Protest, Nuclear program of Iran, International Atomic Energy Agency, Cairo, Tahrir Square, Syrian Civil War, Demonstration (people), Iran, Tripoli Tensions rise in Bahrain as government forces clash with anti-regime protestors. Saudi-backed Bahraini troops have fired tear gas and rubber bullets at demonstrators in the village of Sitra, but there are no reports of injuries. Rallies against the Manama administration have also spread to Britain, where Bahrain's King Hamad is paying a visit. Protestors have gathered in London's Downing Street, calling on the British government to pressure Bahrain to implement political reforms. Police arrested some of the protestors. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-082312?start=201 The Bahraini police fired tear gas in the midst of Molotov cocktails and arrested eight people following clashes with protestors, BBC Arabic reports. These clashes come days after the Bahraini police killed a Shiite young man, claiming self-defense. Thu, 23 Aug 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-082312 Israel, Syrian Civil War, Iran-Israel relations, US Armed Forces, Aleppo, Protest, Syria, Politics of Syria, Leon Panetta, Iran Presenter, Female #1 The Bahraini police arrested eight people following clashes with protestors. Police fired tear gas in the midst of Molotov cocktails. These clashes come days after the Bahraini police killed a Shiite young man. More details in this report. Reporter, Male #1 Once again, tension returns to Bahrain's streets: protests, then clashes, then arrests. This time, the crisis started after the mourning ceremony for a young Shiite man Hussam al-Haddad ended. He was killed by the police that claimed self-defense, accusing al-Haddad and his companions of throwing petrol bombs at police members. Reporter, Male #1 A group of mourners held daily protests to eulogize their dead and to demand the downfall of the government. They also headed to the grave of the slain man marking the end of condolences while chanting slogans condemning the government. This led the authorities to consider these marches to be unlicensed protests, especially since they were held after a series of demonstrations condemning the killing of the young man. Guest, Male #2 The Bahrainis who belong to "the People of the House," peace be upon them, the Shiites, traditionally go in groups to the grave after receiving condolences to mark the end of the ceremonies. The problem is that the authorities view such a march as unlicensed. This issue is very problematic because the authorities are unable or unwilling to acknowledge that they are familiar with our customs and traditions. Reporter, Male #2 The Ministry of the Interior broadcast these images, and issued a statement announcing the arrest of eight people following what it described as "saboteurs" throwing Molotov cocktails and rocks at security forces from the roof of a mosque. The ministry also accused another group of people of shutting down a number of roads, and protesting without receiving prior permission. Guest, Female #2 (Samira Rajab, Bahraini Information Minister and Bahraini Government Official Spokeswoman) After they ended the funeral ceremonies, they went to many alleys, and not just to one place. It was an attempt to circumvent security forces. Then, the forces repeatedly told them to disperse and to leave the area, but they did not do so. Reporter, Male #2 These videos were posted by the opposition on social networking sites, showing protestors shutting down public roads with burning tires. The opposition also posted other videos showing clashes between the protestors and members of the police who used tear gas. The Bahraini government is accusing the Shiite opposition of adopting an Iranian agenda, but the opposition denies the claim, confirming that its demands for democracy are legitimate. Imad Chehab, BBC. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-082112?start=1238 <p>Syrian conflict spilling into Lebanon as renewed clashes erupt in Tripoli, US assassination drone strike kills 3 in northwestern Pakistan, Israel asks Egypt to withdraw tanks from Sinai, and more.</p> Tue, 21 Aug 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-082112 Israel, Syrian Civil War, Syria, Eid ul-Fitr, Bab al-Tabbaneh–Jabal Mohsen clashes, Drone attacks in Pakistan, Defense industry of Iran, Kevin Yoder, Islam in the United States, Egypt–Israel relations Presenter, Female #1 In Bahrain, the February 14th Coalition called for mass participation in a march commemorating Jerusalem Day martyr Hussam al-Haddad in the island of al-Muharraq today. Reporter, Male #1 Bahrain was not filled with joy like past years, but was overcome with sadness, as its forgotten revolution mourned the souls of youth in the prime of their lives, youth who were martyred by regime forces. The last victim is 16-year-old martyr Hussam al-Haddad, who was killed during the commemoration of international Jerusalem Day, so he was named the al-Aqsa martyr. And based on calls by the opposition, citizens boycotted commercial malls and markets that remained nearly empty, as traffic on main roads was limited, and visits to the martyrs' graves increased in a display of their loyalty to them. Reporter, Male #1 The regime's gift to the Bahrainis, that was represented through the killing of martyr al-Haddad on Eid al-Fitr, which Bahraini religious scholar Sheikh Isa Qassem thanked the authorities for, was not the first. Last year, and also on Eid, the regime killed a young boy, Ali Jawad al-Sheikh, by running him over. And on his anniversary, the neighborhoods of al-Kharijiya in the island of Sitra, and the town of al-Daraz witness mass marches. Reporter, Male #1 In solidarity with the family of Ali Jawad al-Sheikh on the island of Sitra, the February 14th Coalition confirmed its determination to receive retribution from the murderers, regardless of how long it takes, and called for national unity, and for not allowing the regime to divide the people by sowing sectarian strife. Guest, Male #2 We have the right to retribution from those who killed martyrs Ali al-Sheikh and Hussam al-Haddad, and all the martyrs. We will not compromise on their rights, neither us nor the parents of the martyrs, no matter how long it takes. We confirm the need for national unity, and we will not allow the Khalifa enemy to divide us and to implant sectarian strife in our beloved country. Reporter, Male #1 The revolutionaries' action continued through the night, as nighttime demonstrations were held in most areas under the banner "Freedom Offerings," during which protestors chanted for the downfall of the regime, and for retribution from the murderers. Reporter, Male #1 The Bahraini regime turned the squares of the cities and town into military sites to crack down on unarmed citizens. It drowned their homes with poisonous gas and pellet bullets, which lead to a number of injuries among the participants in the peaceful protests. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-081712?start=1035 International human rights organizations condemned the verdict against rights activist Nabeel Rajab, who was sentenced to three years in prison for organizing peaceful demonstrations calling for change and democracy, Al-Alam reports. Fri, 17 Aug 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-081712 Israel, Syrian Civil War, Syria, Palestinian rocket attacks on Israel, Free Syrian Army, Lebanon, Palestinians, Quds Day, Hassan Nasrallah, Al-Aqsa Mosque Presenter, Female #1 International human rights organizations condemned the verdict against rights activist Nabeel Rajab, who was sentenced to three years in prison for organizing peaceful demonstrations calling for change and democracy. The organizations viewed the verdict as an exploitation of the judicial authorities with the goal of getting rid of activists demanding democracy, and called for his immediate release. Reporter, Male #1 As soon as the Bahraini authorities sentenced activist Nabeel Rajab to three years in jail over his participation in organizing peaceful protests demanding change and democracy, the reaction of rights organizations and a number of countries started rolling in. Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch, the International Federation for Human Rights, and the International Freedom of Expression Exchange condemned the verdict against Rajab, and called on the Bahraini authorities to immediately release him. Reporter, Male #1 Front Line Defenders, the Palestinian Association for Human Rights, and the Arab Network for Human Rights Information also denounced the imprisonment of rights activist Nabeel Rajab. They viewed the sentence as abuse of the judicial authorities with the aim of getting rid of activists calling for democracy by throwing them in prison. They also demanded his immediate release. Reporter, Male #1 The United States, France, Britain, and the European Union expressed concern over the verdict against Rajab. On the internal front, the Bahraini al-Wefaq National Islamic Society confirmed in a statement that tyranny and dictatorship in Bahrain is escalating and reaching all the state's institutions and impacting its political decisions. Guest, Male #2 (Abdul Jalil Khalil, Bahraini al-Wefaq Society Leader) The opposition's stance on political prisoners is clear. We consider the political prisoners in Bahrain to be prisoners of conscience, and they must be immediately released without any preconditions. And today, another verdict was issued against rights activist Nabeel Rajab. We view it as an escalation, and a message that they refuse to listen to the voice of the international community to release political prisoners. Reporter, Male #1 The society stressed that the authorities in Bahrain continue to solely hold all legislative, executive, and judicial powers. In addition, they are also breaking up civil society institutions and establishing regime-affiliated institutions that hold the traits of civil society institutions, but control everything in the state. Reporter, Male #1 This comes amid a family and tribal rule that does not allow any popular participation. The statement added that the regime is lying and deceiving the international community as it conducts wide-scale campaigns to circumvent and bypass all popular demands. The regime, it said, is marketing fake projects to the world without making any tangible changes on the ground. Reporter, Male #1 Al-Wefaq Society noted that Bahrain is no longer experiencing quiet days in light of the deaths and injuries caused by the crackdown, violence, arrests, abuse, intimidation, and threats. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-081612?start=290 Al-Alam reports that Bahrain's King Hamad Bin Isa al-Khalifa gave a televised speech marking the last ten days of Ramadan, in which he expressed sorrow over the violence occurring in Syria, while condemning the events in his country as a foreign conspiracy. Thu, 16 Aug 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-081612 Israel, Bahrain Uprising, Syrian Civil War, Bahrain, Iran, Iraq, Iraqi Insurgency, PAF Base Minhas, PKK, Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa Presenter, Male #1 Bahraini political forces and activists condemned King Hamad Bin Isa al-Khalifa's speech, viewing it as a message of threats and intimidation long heard by the Bahraini people. The secretary-general of the al-Wefaq National Society, Sheikh Ali al-Salman, said the king's speech contains nothing new to comment on. Guest, Male #2 (King Hamad Bin Isa al-Khalifa) Constitutional state, and institutions, and separation of authorities, democracy and human rights. Reporter, Male #3 Marking the last ten days of the holy month of Ramadan, King Hamad Bin Isa al-Khalifa gave a televised speech, saying he considered the events in his country a foreign conspiracy, indicating that his government is dealing with those he described as advocates of strife. Guest, Male #2 (King Hamad Bin Isa al-Khalifa) Difficult times due to the on going foreign greed and conspiracies. Reporter, Male #3 Also in his speech, the king turned to the situation in Syria and expressed sorrow over the violations and acts of violence occurring there. The speech was condemned by Bahraini activists and politicians, who noted that the regime has killed dozens of protestors and is still cracking down on demonstrations despite the fact that they're peaceful. They also criticized the king's cries over the violence in Syria, as the rifles of his regime's security forces have not stopped firing pellet bullets, and poisonous gas at unarmed civilians. His regime also called on Saudi forces to repress popular marches and destroyed dozens of mosques. Reporter, Male #3 "A speech that does not have anything new to comment on," this is how the secretary general of the al-Wefaq National Society, Sheikh Ali al-Salman, referred to the speech as he congratulated the Bahraini people for the anniversary of their independence. In a statement it issued, al-Wefaq Society considered independence day a national occasion that confirms the country's independence, stressing on the importance of enabling the people to assert their right to be the source of authority. Al-Wefaq confirmed it is determined to continue to liberate power from the authorities and return it to the people. And with that, protests are continuing in several areas, under the banner "the people do not compromise," assuring the people's determination to attain their just right to determine their fate. Reporter, Male #3 As usual, regime forces used pellet bullets and poisonous gas to crack down on protests, injuring a number of protestors. The violence of the regime's forces against civilians is an approach adopted by the regime to silence the voices of the critics, even if they are religious scholars. This violation was referred to in a statement by the Islamic Scholars Council in Bahrain, indicating its rejection to the Justice Ministry's intervention in the affairs of mosques and preachers. It expressed surprise over the double standards of the regime that turns a blind eye to preachers whose speeches are filled with insults against a sect that represents the majority in the country. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-081612?start=493 <p>Iraq hit by wave of deadly bombings and shootings, Bahraini king hails Syrian uprising while condemning foreign plot against his regime, presidential campaigns intensify as Somalia's election draws near, and more.</p> Thu, 16 Aug 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-081612 Israel, Bahrain Uprising, Syrian Civil War, Bahrain, Iran, Iraq, Iraqi Insurgency, PAF Base Minhas, PKK, Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa Presenter, Female #1 Today, a Bahraini court sentenced activist Nabeel Rajab to three years over his participation in unlicensed demonstrations. The trial against the residents of al-Muharraq, that includes the prosecution of Nabeel Rajab, has been postponed to August 23rd. A number of human rights organizations called on al-Manama to release the Bahraini political activist accused by the authorities of participating in acts that violate the laws of the kingdom. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-081512?start=649 Anti-government protestors in Bahrain came under a tear gas attack as they staged another rally in Sitra organized by Amal Islamic Action Society, Press TV reports. Demonstrators held pictures of Amal's leaders and chanted slogans against the regime. Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-081512 Syria, Syrian Civil War, Iran-Israel relations, Israel, Free Syrian Army, Ministry of Defense (Israel), Benjamin Netanyahu, Politics of Israel, Iran, Afghanistan-Pakistan border Anti-government protestors in Bahrain come under a fresh attack as they stage another rally in Sitra organized by Amal Islamic Action Society. Demonstrators held pictures of Amal's leaders and chanted slogans against the regime. Saudi-backed forces used tear gas to disperse them. http://news.linktv.org/videos/amid-continuing-human-rights-abuses-why-is-the-us-still-arming-bahrain?start=0 Three months ago the US resumed selling arms to Bahrain despite ongoing violations of human rights. How can the US recalibrate its policy to ensure its ally Bahrain moves away from violence and towards democracy? Inside Story Americas discusses. Fri, 10 Aug 2012 15:31:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/amid-continuing-human-rights-abuses-why-is-the-us-still-arming-bahrain Bahrain Uprising, Bahrain-US relations, Bahrain, Human rights in Bahrain, Arms industry, Political repression, Peninsula Shield, Joe Stork, Ali Al-Ahmed, Tear gas Three months ago the US resumed selling arms to Bahrain despite ongoing violations of human rights. For almost every single Arab country that has seen uprisings over the past two years the US has called for regime change, except for the Gulf country of Bahrain -- one of its closest allies in the region. How can the US recalibrate its policy to ensure its ally Bahrain moves away from violence and towards democracy? Inside Story Americas invites guests Joe Stork, Ali Al-Ahmed, and Hillary Mann Leverett to discuss. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-080712?start=36 Massive demonstrations broke out across various Bahraini cities under the slogan, "The country's freedom," rejecting the Saudi occupation and US-British bias towards the Manama regime, Al-Alam reports. Tue, 07 Aug 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-080712 Egyptian Army, Free Syrian Army, Sinai Peninsula, Syria, Egypt, Bahrain Uprising, Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz, Syrian Civil War, Iran-Syria relations, Kirkuk Presenter, Male #1 Massive demonstrations broke out across various Bahraini cities under the slogan, "The country's freedom." The protestors rejected the Saudi occupation and the US-British bias towards the regime. The revolutionary youths held solidarity rallies under the theme, "Revolutionary women prisoners defeated oppression." In response, regime forces fired poison gas and pellet bullets at the peaceful demonstrators. Reporter, Male #2 In solidarity with female prisoners held in the Bahraini regime's prisons and under the theme, "Women prisoners defeated oppression," the February 14 Revolutionary Youth Coalition held solidarity rallies across various Bahraini regions, most notably in Sitra Island. The rally included the recital of poems and revolutionary speeches stressing the importance of continuing the revolutionary mobilization until all popular demands are attained. Guest, Male #3 We at the coalition pledge to continue the mobilization, and fulfill the promises we have made to the families of the prisoners. We will double our efforts to free our prisoners held in the custody of al-Khalifa. Reporter, Male #2 Similar solidarity rallies were held across various Bahraini towns. The demonstrators held sit-ins in front of the prisoners' homes, and blocked major streets. They shut down the main street leading to the city of Issa, the only exit to Saudi Arabia. Reporter, Male #2 Massive demonstrations broke out in other regions of Bahrain, demanding the release of all male and female prisoners. The protestors also called for continuing the demonstrations until the people's demands are attained. Reporter, Male #2 The regime forces launched a violent crackdown across various areas in an attempt to punish the citizens for taking part in the demonstrations, and exercising their freedom of expression. The regime's forces fired poison gas, or "clouds of death," as referred to by the residents. Reporter, Male #2 The regime forces also fired pellet bullets, injuring several people. The victims were treated in their homes instead of hospitals due to fear of retribution by security forces. Hospitals have been under the control of regime forces since the declaration of the state of emergency last year. Reporter, Male #2 The forces continue to carry out a campaign of raids and sweeps as part of their collective punishment. They stormed 22 regions, including some that had not witnessed rallies. Reporter, Male #2 Internationally, several members of the Arab community held a sit-in in front of the Saudi embassy in Berlin. The demonstrators condemned the occupation of Bahrain by the Saudi army, and chanted slogans denouncing the use of violence by the Saudi authority against its citizens, and the detention of Sheikh Nimr al-Nimr. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-080612?start=1462 Tunisian police violently disperse protestors holding "night of anger," Mossad agents confess to killing nuclear scientists on Iranian TV, Egyptian army to take control of Sinai after deadly attack, and more.<br /> Mon, 06 Aug 2012 18:18:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-080612 Israel Defense Forces, Israel, Egyptian Army, Ehud Barak, Egypt, Iran, United Nations, Avenue Habib Bourguiba, Supreme Council of the Armed Forces, Riad Hijab Anti-regime protests show no sign of abating in Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province. This time, protestors have come out on Tarut Island to condemn the recent killing of a teenager by Saudi police. They also expressed solidarity with Shiite cleric Sheikh Nimr al-Nimr, who was wounded and arrested by Saudi forces in Qatif last month. Meanwhile, Saudi-backed Bahraini forces continued their crackdown on protests across Bahrain. Bahrainis in several villages and towns across the country, including areas near the capital Manama, have been attacked by police. Those detained by police include prominent activist Nabeel Rajab and Zainab and Abdulhadi Alkhawaja. ** Contact Mosaic News: mosaicnews{at}linktv{dot}org http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-080312?start=633 In Bahrain, at least 25 protestors were injured last night in clashes with the security forces, Al Jazeera reports. The demonstrators were taking part in protests they called "marches for the right to self-determination." Fri, 03 Aug 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-080312 Syrian Civil War, Syria, Palestinians, Jerusalem, Israel, Bashar al-Assad, Obama administration foreign policy, UN Security Council, West Bank, Barack Obama Presenter, Male #1 In Bahrain, at least 25 protestors were injured last night in clashes with the security forces. The demonstrators were taking part in protests they called "marches for the right to self-determination." Reporter, Female #1 Police arrested a number of them, including a leader of the opposition al-Wefaq Society, Ahlam al-Khuzai, and human rights activist Zainab Alkhawaja. Reporter, Male #2 The scene of protest marches on Thursday in Bahrain was not exceptional. Local youth took part in what they called "the march for the right to self-determination." The great march planned for the capital al-Manama has turned into nightly marches confronted by the Bahraini police with tear gas. Activists have also been followed to their homes, and the airport, as in the case of a leader of the opposition al-Wefaq Society, Ahlam al-Khuzai. Al-Khuzai was about to travel to Tunisia to participate in a conference in support of the Bahraini people. The escalating confrontations of the last few days come after security forces were accused of committing violations in their dealing with protestors, and of raiding the homes of demonstrators, deliberately damaging their possessions. The opposition's accusations were backed by the latest statements of international human rights organizations, including Physicians for Human Rights and Human Rights Watch. Both organizations have accused the government of excessive use of tear gas. The Bahraini Interior Ministry denied the accusations. Guest, Male #3 (Tariq Hassan, Director of Bahrain's Public Security) From the beginning of the year until today, we have probably received 14 complaints or allegations against policemen. The appropriate measures for an investigation were taken. Ten of them have been referred to competent authorities, including the military courts. The other four are still being probed. Reporter, Male #2 So Bahrain has been at an impasse since the start of the Arab revolutions, and no political solution seems to be on the horizon. Political initiatives are faltering, and the confrontations continue to take place almost every day as the only functioning language. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-080112?start=637 <p>Free Syrian Army claims advances in Aleppo as Turkey conducts military drills at border, HRW condemns Myanmar over ethnic cleansing of Muslims as UN envoy visits site of clashes, Somali assembly endorses new constitution, and more.</p> Wed, 01 Aug 2012 13:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-080112 United Nations, Syrian Civil War, Rohingya, Politics of Somalia, Bahrain Uprising, Nuclear program of Iran, Haredi Judaism, Mujahedin Khalq, Foreign relations of Egypt, Leon Panetta Presenter, Male #1 Bahraini regime forces have escalated their crackdown on the peaceful demonstrations calling for change and democracy. Regime forces fired poisoned gas and pellet bullets at the protestors. Meanwhile, Bahraini Public Security Chief Tariq al-Hassan has admitted that the regime forces have committed violations. For its part, the Islamic al-Wefaq Society said that thousands of Bahraini citizens have been hurt or injured due to such violations. Reporter, Male #2 Under these slogans, Bahraini revolutionaries continued their defiant marches against the authorities' violations and crackdown on citizens. They are demanding change and the establishment of democratic rule. A series of peaceful demonstrations broke out across various Bahraini cities and towns. Demonstrators affirmed their perseverance against the brutal crackdown by the Saudi occupation-backed Bahraini forces. Reporter, Male #2 Massive demonstrations were held today across various towns and villages, most notably Diraz, Diyah, Qariyah, Nuaydirat, Karzakan, and Maqabah. The protestors condemned the regime's practices of suppression, collective punishment, home raids, and indiscriminate detention against Bahraini youths. Reporter, Male #2 Regime forces used deadly force against the demonstrators, who were demanding their legitimate rights, and the right to freedom of expression. The regime forces fired poisonous gas and pellet bullets. Amid the escalating crackdown against the people of Bahrain, the Islamic al-Wefaq Society said that thousands of citizens have been hurt or injured due to the daily violations committed by the Saudi occupation-backed Bahraini forces. Reporter, Male #2 The Society further said that the daily violations and crackdown have claimed the lives of dozens of citizens. It added that the daily crackdown, which has been captured on video, can no longer be denied by the Interior Ministry. In addition, the fact-finding commission has documented many cases of human rights violations affecting thousands of Bahraini citizens. Guest, Male #3 Over the past two months, regime forces have attacked 270 family homes. During the past 4 days, 41 civilian homes were attacked, raising the total to 311. Any government that can't provide security for its citizens is an incompetent government, and must leave. Reporter, Male #2 Bahraini authorities were unable to conceal the facts, which point to a systematic policy of oppression against the citizens. This news comes after Bahraini Public Security Chief Tariq al-Hassan acknowledged that a number of violations have been cited and referred to the appropriate authorities. However, al-Hassan said that members of the police force don't need to obtain search warrants to enter homes, according to the law. Al-Hassan's remarks came after international rights organizations accused the Bahraini police and security forces of torturing detainees, which constitutes a human rights violation. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-072512?start=476 Peaceful marches were held across Bahrain to reaffirm popular demands for change and the establishment of democratic rule in the country, while Amnesty International called on authorities to release all prisoners of conscience, Al-Alam reports. Wed, 25 Jul 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-072512 Benjamin Netanyahu, Politics of Israel, Israel, Lebanese people, Israelis, Human rights in the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain Uprising, Syrian Civil War, Hisham Kandil, Economy of Israel Reporter, Male #1 Peaceful marches were held across Bahrain to reaffirm popular demands for change, and the establishment of democratic rule in the country. In response, Saudi-backed government forces cracked down on the marches with tear gas and pellet bullets. Amnesty International called on al-Manama's authorities to release all prisoners of conscience ahead of the appeals of human rights activist Nabeel al-Rajab and nine medical workers. Reporter, Male #2 The people of Bahrain have been holding onto their slogans since protests started on February 14, 2011. The voice of the Bahraini revolution still resounds as strongly, and the people's demands for change and democratic rule remain the same. Reporter, Male #2 They insist on attaining their demands despite the Manama regime's use of different methods of repression and arrests. In addition, its forces have surrounded towns and villages to quell the peaceful popular marches. Reporter, Male #2 These marches swept different parts of Bahrain, including Sitra Island, and the villages of Shahrakhan and al-Sanabis, then al-Dayr and the capital Manama. Demonstrators confirmed their loyalty to the movement's leaders that are detained in the regime's prisons. Reporter, Male #2 In exchange, the sound of bullet shots echoed as usual. Saudi occupation-backed Bahraini forces attacked the marches with weapons and tear gas. Reporter, Male #2 And amid the Bahraini authorities' continued human rights violations, Amnesty International called on al-Manama's authorities to release all prisoners of conscience ahead of the appeals of human rights activist Nabeel Rajab and nine medical workers. The organization said in a statement that it will consider the nine detained medical workers to be prisoners of conscience, held solely for peacefully exercising their right to freedom of expression. Amnesty International's Middle East and North Africa Deputy Program Director Hassiba Hadj Sahraoui stressed that all prisoners of conscience must be set free immediately and unconditionally before the appeals take place. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-072012?start=387 In Bahrain, the opposition confirmed that the 25 marches organized by al-Wefaq National Society will take place despite the Interior Ministry's ban on rallies and its condemnation of protestors, Al-Alam reports. Fri, 20 Jul 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-072012 Israel, Burgas, 2011-2012 Saudi Arabia protests, Hezbollah, Foreign relations of Israel, Saudi Arabia, Bulgaria, Muslim, Rohingya, El-Mahalla El-Kubra Presenter, Female #1 In Bahrain, the opposition confirmed that the 25 marches organized by al-Wefaq National Society will take place today despite the Interior Ministry's ban on rallies and its condemnation of protestors. The February 14th Coalition also called for holding demonstrations on the Friday of Solidarity with the Saudi people, and to support their right to demand freedom and democracy. Reporter, Female #2 The Bahraini opposition affirmed that its call for 25 marches will proceed as planned, despite the crackdown and the threats of the Interior Ministry. Guest, Male #1 (Hadi Moussawi, Chairman of Human Rights at Wefaq Society) We don't wait for them to allow it, or not allow it, because the law guarantees it for us. The lies in their previous allegations were also revealed since it is not a vital street. These marches, these 25 marches, have become diverse and spread across different areas; some can be considered vital, and others not. So their previous claims were lies, and an attempt to seize people's rights and citizens' rights. Reporter, Female #2 The Bahraini opposition renewed its call for Friday's 25 marches, in different areas of Bahrain, to condemn the regime's crackdown on peaceful protests, and to demand the release of prisoners, political reform, and justice and equality. Reporter, Female #2 This comes after the Interior Ministry announced a ban on rallies, warning protestors that they would be violating the law. Public security chief in Bahrain, Tarek al-Hassan, viewed these marches as being outside the framework of freedom of expression, accusing al-Wefaq society of aiming to obstruct the citizens' public life, aggravating internal affairs, creating a tense atmosphere, and disturbing security and stability. And it seems that in order to maintain this stability, security forces are continuing to crack down on peaceful protestors who confirmed they will continue to protest during the holy month of Ramadan, except for one day, when they will halt their demonstrations to respectfully witness the holy month. Reporter, Female #2 And while the authorities are trying to ignore the citizens' demands and silence the opposition, a voice from within the ruling family broke the silence and described King Hamad Bin Isa al-Khalifa as an oppressor, revealing an internal conflict within the ruling family. And according to Al Jazeera's Arabic site, Sheikh Abdullah, the grandson of Sheikh Abdullah Bin Ahmed al-Fatih al-Khalifa, said that King Hamad is unable to solve the crisis that is facing al-Manama. He confirmed that the main problem in the country lies with the authorities that do not respect the opposition's view that the government is on the wrong course. Their policies are limited to crackdowns and threats, and it seems the Interior Ministry is orchestrating another crackdown on peaceful protestors. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-071712?start=241 The February 14th Coalition in Bahrain called for holding demonstrations to express loyalty to the martyrs in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, Al-Alam reports. They included a symbolic funeral for a man recently killed by the gunfire of Saudi security forces. Tue, 17 Jul 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-071712 Addis Ababa, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Mohamed Morsi, Syrian Civil War, Bahrain Uprising, Persian Gulf, African Union, Kadima, Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee Presenter, Male #1 The February 14th Coalition in Bahrain called for holding demonstrations in all areas of the country to express loyalty to the martyrs of Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, and to confirm their "martyrdom until victory" approach. The revolutionary youths organized this day to commemorate the martyrs, demand retribution for the killers, and as a day of solidarity with the family of martyr Jabir Ibrahim al-Alwiyat, who was killed after the revolution erupted on February 14th, 2011. Reporter, Male #2 During a candlelight vigil to display loyalty to the martyrs of al-Qatif, the Bahraini people called for unity, citizens' rights, and raised slogans indicating they share the same pain as the Saudis, in reference to the role of the Saudi army in crushing protests in Bahrain. Reporter, Male #2 The Bahraini demonstrations were held in dozens of cities and towns on a day called for by the revolutionary youths to stand in solidarity with the protestors in the Eastern Province. These calls were extended to holding a symbolic funeral procession for martyr Abdallah al-Ujani, who was killed by the gunfire of Saudi security forces in the area of al-Awamiyah a few days ago. Reporter, Male #2 Bahraini regime forces responded to the demonstrations with pellet shotguns and poisonous tear gas. In the island of Sitra, homes were covered with poisonous gas smoke, after a demonstration calling for social justice had ended. As for Karzakan, it witnessed arrests and house raids. Citizens reported that their properties were subjected to looting and stealing after a demonstration calling for the downfall of the dictatorship was dispersed. Reporter, Male #2 Under the banner "The martyr's son is our son," the opposition organized a performance for the children of the martyrs which was attended by politicians and activists. Guest Male #3 (Mohamed al-Masqati, Head of the Bahraini Youth Association for Human Rights) I am here to tell you that we will punish everyone who committed a crime against our martyrs. Reporter, Male #2 The Saudi occupation army is continuing to reinforce its military might in Bahrain. A military convoy was seen entering the bridge linking Bahrain to Saudi Arabia, and heading to one of the camps in the southern part of the country. Media sources confirmed that the occupation is redeploying its forces. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-071612?start=788 <p>Israel starts "pilot" prison visits from Gaza relatives for first time in seven years, Lavrov accuses West of blackmailing Russia over Syria, anti-NATO sentiment continues to grow in Pakistan, and more.</p> Mon, 16 Jul 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-071612 Syrian Civil War, International Red Cross, Israel, Hillary Clinton, Syria, Palestinian prisoners in Israel, US-Israel relations, Human rights in the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain Uprising, US-Pakistan relations Bahrainis are angry at the killing of a third activist in less than ten days in neighboring Saudi Arabia's Qatif. They have taken to the streets in a mock funeral procession, shouting anti-Saudi government slogans and condemned the killing of the activist. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-071312?start=545 <p>Mass killing in Syrian town of Tremseh shocks international community, Sudan's opposition accuses al-Bashir's regime of torturing detained protesters, Jordanian demonstrators call for constitutional reforms ahead of elections, and more.</p> Fri, 13 Jul 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-071312 Mogadishu, Somalia, Muslim Brotherhood, Saudi Arabia, Tremseh massacre, 2011-2012 Sudanese protests, 2011-2012 Jordanian Protests, 2011-2012 Saudi Arabia protests, Gaza, Politics of Egypt Protestors in Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province, notably the city of Qatif, have hit the streets again, calling for the release of prominent Shia cleric Sheikh Nimr al-Nimr from prison after he was arrested in a raid in which he was wounded. Demonstrators in Bahrain have also voiced their concern about the detained cleric; in the village of Daih, protestors took to the streets after Friday prayers. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-071112?start=169 Bahrain's revolutionaries called for organizing marches across the country in solidarity with Saudi martyrs and Sheikh Nimr al-Nimr, Al-Alam reports. The February 14 Coalition shut down over 60 vital roads in a campaign called the "al-Nimr Operation." Wed, 11 Jul 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-071112 2011-2012 Saudi Arabia protests, Nimr al-Nimr, Al-Awamiyah, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, West Bank, Srebrenica massacre, Bahrain Uprising, Saada Governorate, Sanaa Presenter, Female #1 Bahrain's revolutionaries called for organizing marches across the country in solidarity with Saudi martyrs and Sheikh Nimr al-Nimr, who is detained by the authorities, under the banner "From al-Qatif to Bahrain, we are one people, not two." Reporter, Male #1 Bahrain's revolutionaries raised caskets of al-Qatif's martyrs during a symbolic funeral organized by the revolution's youth in the towns of al-Daih and Karzakan. Thousands of Bahrainis participated in the procession held in solidarity with their brothers in Saudi Arabia. Reporter, Male #1 The assassination attempt and arrest of Sheikh Nimr al-Nimr impacted the residents of the region, with Bahrainis erupting and taking to the street across the country's provinces. They chanted for the Saudi and Bahraini peoples' right to self-determination by choosing their representatives. Reporter, Male #1 In the village of al-Duraz, mourning was announced for the martyrs of the Eastern Province, with commercial stores shutting down and turning lights off. The Saudi occupation-backed Bahraini forces did not approve of this show of solidarity, so they flooded residential areas with tear gas, and fired pellet bullets at demonstrators. The forces also raided homes and arrested their residents. Reporter, Male #1 Bahrain's February 14 Coalition carried out a campaign called "al-Nimr Operation," by unexpectedly shutting down over 60 vital roads. The most notable were roads leading to Safriya Palace, Bahrain's international airport, and the diplomatic areas. Reporter, Male #1 In a statement by the coalition, activists confirmed the action was organized as part of the popular solidarity campaign with the Saudis in condemnation of the authorities' crackdown and systematic killings, and in loyalty to the imam of al-Awamiyah Mosque, Sheikh Nimr al-Nimr. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-071012?start=426 Thousands of Pakistanis march against reopening of NATO supply routes, Sudan swears in "austerity cabinet" amid protests, Saudi security forces surround Eastern Province to prevent protests, and more.<br /> Tue, 10 Jul 2012 17:26:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-071012 2011-2012 Saudi Arabia protests, Nimr al-Nimr, Shia Islam, Saudi Arabia, Israel, US-Pakistan relations, 2011-2012 Sudanese protests, Syrian Civil War, Ehud Olmert, Palestinian prisoners in Israel There have been solidarity protests for the anti-regime protestors in Saudi Arabia. Demonstrators gathered outside the Saudi embassy in London to condemn the Kingdom's crackdown on protestors. The demonstrators shouted slogans against the Saudi government, waved Bahraini flags, and condemned Riyadh's decision to send troops to help the Bahraini regime suppress the popular uprising there. They also protested against the arrest of Shia cleric Sheikh Nimr al-Nimr by Saudi forces. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-070912?start=749 A Bahraini court has ordered the disbanding of the Islamic Action Society, a major Shia opposition party, reports Press TV. Shia parties like al-Wefaq have slammed the move. Meanwhile, activist Nabeel Rajab is again detained, this time for anti-regime tweets. Mon, 09 Jul 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-070912 Israel, Syrian Civil War, Shia Islam, Syria, Nimr al-Nimr, South Sudan, Mahmoud Jibril, Islamic Action Society, Supreme Constitutional Court of Egypt, Golan Heights A court in Bahrain has ordered the disbanding of a major Shia opposition party. Authorities say the Islamic Action Society is allegedly guilty of several violations, including what they termed as promoting violence and financial irregularities. Shia opposition parties, including al-Wefaq, have slammed the move. They say the decision is a violation of the constitution and law. Meanwhile, Bahraini regime forces have detained prominent human rights activist Nabeel Rajab. He has been sentenced to three months in jail on charges linked to online tweets he posted against the regime. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-070512?start=185 Human Rights Watch called on the Bahraini regime to investigate the use of tear gas on protestors, adding that Bahraini authorities must abide by the United Nations Basic Principles on the Use of Force and Firearms, Al-Alam reports. Thu, 05 Jul 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-070512 2011 NATO attack in Pakistan, Bahrain Uprising, 2012 insurgency in the Azawad, Manaf Tlass, Politics of Sudan, Politics of Israel, Yasser Arafat, US-Pakistan relations, Human Rights Watch, Tear gas Presenter, Female #1 Human Rights Watch called on the Bahraini regime to investigate the use of tear gas on protestors, and firing the canisters at them at close range. The organization said in a statement that the Manama authorities use tear gas extensively against protestors, leading to serious injuries. Presenter, Female #1 Human Rights Watch called on the Bahraini regime to protect the people's right to freedom of expression and peaceful assembly, considering it part of the international convention on civil and political rights. The organization said that al-Manama's authorities must abide by the United Nations Basic Principles on the Use of Force and Firearms. Presenter, Female #1 Bahraini regime forces conducted raids and arrest campaigns in several areas of the country. They arrested a number of youths and took them to an unknown location. Meanwhile, demonstrations continued in other areas to challenge the regime's crackdown on peaceful protests. Reporter, Male #1 This is how the Saudi-backed Bahraini security forces raid homes. They start their campaign by firing tear gas, then storming houses to arrest and kidnap youths from their homes, and finally take them to unknown destinations. This is due to the youths' participation in peaceful demonstrations demanding genuine reforms, an end to suppression, the release of prisoners, and an end to the Saudi occupation of the country. These forces have raided many homes in Muharraq Island in the eastern part of the country, and the area of Jid Ali, in the center of the city of Issa. They arrested a number of citizens and took them to unknown sites. Reporter, Male #1 This comes after the areas of Shahrakan and Bani Jamra witnessed similar cases in the past two days. Witnesses confirmed that security forces, accompanied by a large number of armed civilians, cordoned off these areas. And as for the crackdown, security forces attacked a peaceful march in the area of al-Ma'ameer in the southern part of the capital, using tear gas and pellets to disperse protestors who chanted slogans demanding the release of prisoners and an end to the repression. Reporter, Male #1 Another overnight march was held in Sanabis; it was called by the February 14th Coalition to condemn attacks on houses of worship and their destruction by Bahraini and Saudi forces, who then prevent their reconstruction. Security forces crushed this demonstration and arrested several of its participants. Reporter, Male #1 In the area of Nuwaidrat, men and women formed a human chain to demand an end to the repression and the release of prisoners. The participants chanted slogans that confirm the peacefulness of the revolution, reject strife and repression, and reject the suppression of their freedoms. Reporter, Male #1 In that context, overnight marches continued. In the area of al-Diyah, a demonstration was held insisting on the people's legitimate demands, and rejecting retreating or relinquishing any of those demands.