http://news.linktv.org Link TV News Videos (Filtered by topics: Tubli) en-us Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0800 Copyright 2011 Link Media, Inc. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-022912?start=409 A protestor died this morning after inhaling tear gas fired by Bahraini regime forces in the southern Sahla region, Al-Alam reports. Protestors blocked public streets leading to the capital Manama as part of the "cry of conscience" rallies called for by the opposition. Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0800 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-022912 Syrian Civil War, Syria, United States, United Nations, Casualties of the Iraq War, Hana Shalabi, Bahrain Uprising, Ramallah, South Sudan, Sudan Presenter, Female #1 Thousands of Bahrainis gathered at the Gulf of Tubli, south of the capital Manama, as part of a sit-in called for by political blocs demanding the downfall of the regime. Meanwhile, Saudi-backed Bahraini regime forces carried out home raids and arrested residents in the northern province town of Bani Jamra. The regime's mercenaries were also deployed across various neighborhoods in Bani Jamra and attacked passers-by with sharp objects. The regime's forces fired toxic gas, attacked the residents, and looted their homes. Hajj Kathem al-Mulla was martyred this morning after inhaling toxic gas fired by Bahraini regime forces in the southern Sahla region. The revolutionaries blocked public streets leading to the capital Manama as part of the "cry of conscience" rallies called for by the opposition. Reporter, Male #1 Bahraini protesters are continuing to rally under the same banner despite the regime's bloody crackdown that has claimed the lives of several martyrs, including the latest victim Habib Kathem al-Mulla, who died after inhaling toxic gas fired by the regime's forces on his home in the southern Sahla region. Senior religious scholars held a festival in Sitra Island to honor the martyrs killed by the Saudi-backed Bahraini forces. Sheikh Issa Qassim said the people will not set a deadline to achieve their rights and demands, and will not surrender to conspirators and impostors. He added the people are determined to press ahead with their legitimate demands, and that the popular mobilization was launched in the interest of the country, and for the glory and dignity of its people. For his part, the father of martyr Ali al-Muemin, who was killed by the Bahraini regime's forces during the peaceful protests, held al-Manama's authorities and those arming them responsible for the bloodshed of innocent people demanding reforms. Reporter, Male #1 The opposition political societies called for a massive sit-in today under the slogan "no retreat" in the square adjacent to the main highway leading to Um al-Husem. The coalition called for holding marches expressing loyalty to detained leaders, most notably human rights activist Abdul Hadi al-Khawaja, who has been on a hunger strike for twenty consecutive days. The revolutionaries held a rally under the slogan "the cry of conscience," as called for by the February 14 coalition. The protesters closed down 61 major streets leading to the capital Manama and other vital areas. The revolutionaries closed al-Barhama Street and set it on fire. In addition, they blocked streets in the northern and southern Sahla regions. In the area of Jad Hafs, the revolutionaries closed down major streets and set them on fire, which brought traffic to a complete halt. They also shut down al-Shahid Abed Karim Fakhrawi Square and the public road adjacent to Waqif Market in the city of al-Zahra'a. Furthermore, the protesters closed down the main highway leading to the Saudi Bridge, which is the sole land passage to Bahrain. Despite this mobilization, Bahraini King Hamad Bin Issa al-Khalifa denied any problems exist among the components of Bahraini society. During his meeting with Arab journalists, al-Khalifa said what's happening in Bahrain is nothing more than an action taken by a Shiite minority influenced by Wilayat al-Faqih, or the supreme Jurist leader. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-100711?start=910 <p>Palestinians launch "Spring of Negev" protests against Israeli plan to uproot Bedouins, eight Syrians killed on "Friday of National Council," Bahraini police show no mercy to protestors mourning boy's death, and more.</p> Fri, 07 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-100711 Egypt, Syria, Syrian Civil War, Bashar al-Assad, Cairo, Protest, Israeli–Palestinian conflict, Yemen Uprising, 2011-2012 Jordanian Protests, Libya Presenter, Female #1 Tens of thousands of Bahrainis held a funeral for a young martyr, 16-year-old Ahmed Jabir al-Qattan, who was martyred by the gunfire of the regime's security forces. Political leaders, activists, and religious scholars participated in the funeral's ceremony which turned into an angry protest condemning the regime's repressive measures as military helicopters hovered over the city. Reporter, Male #1 Violence still dominates the Bahraini scene. The use of violence initiated by Saudi-backed Bahraini security forces killed a new martyr, 16-year-old young man Ahmed Jabir al-Qattan. He passed away after being shot by fissile bullets, which are internationally banned, during a demonstration in the town of Shakura. The February 14 Coalition announced the postponement of the ninth "self-determination" protest scheduled to take place on Friday in the town of Nuwaidrat. The Coalition called on the revolutionary public to take part en masse in the funeral of the martyr Ahmed al-Qattan. Regions of Karzakan and al-Dair witnessed marches during which participants chanted slogans demanding an end to the repression and arbitrary rulings issued by the military court against protestors. Similar demonstrations also occurred in the Barbar and Safala regions on Sitra Island demanding an end to the crackdown, trials, and arbitrary rulings, and that Saudi occupation forces leave the country. Protestors also affirmed their insistence on continuing to protest until their legitimate demands are fully met, especially their demand for an elected government. Meanwhile, the regime's forces backed by Saudi Arabia quelled another rally in the Nabih Saleh region. The town of Ma'ameer also witnessed a women's march in solidarity with the prisoners and affirming to continue the protests. The Bahraini regime's security forces opened fire on women protesting in the Tubli region and used tear-gas against the protestors. Presenter, Female #1 Meanwhile, a number of Bahraini cities and villages witnessed angry demonstrations after hearing the news of young Ahmed al-Qattan's martyrdom. In the Abu Saida region, residents took to the streets in a protest to challenge the regime's security forces that attempted in vain to disperse the protest by using tear-gas extensively. In addition, the regions of Shakura and al-Qadam witnessed similar protests during which protestors threw stones at the security forces, which responded with a barrage of tear-gas and live bullets. http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-082511?start=914 <p>The hunt for Libya's Gaddafi continues with the aid of British Special Forces, rights group urges India to probe mass graves in Kashmir, Iraqi Kurds condemn Turkish air strikes on Kurdistan Region, and more.</p> Thu, 25 Aug 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://news.linktv.org/videos/mosaic-news-082511 Protest, Air strike, Israel, Gaza, 2011 Libyan Uprising, Syrian Civil War, Middle East Peace Process, Palestinian rocket attacks on Israel, Bahrain Uprising, Iraqi Kurdistan Presenter, Male # 1 Supporters of the February 14 Revolution in Bahrain called on Arabs and Muslims to commemorate international al-Quds, or Jerusalem, Day, which was founded by Imam Khomeini, may God bless his soul. Supporters of the revolution released a statement, calling on Muslims across the world to take part in protests and sit-ins on al-Quds Day to condemn the crimes of the Israeli entity and denounce the world's arrogance. The statement also stressed on the importance of participating in great numbers to make the US and Western countries miss the opportunity to conspire against the people of the region and the revolutionary regimes supporting liberation movements and revolutions. Presenter, Male # 1 Popular protests swept across a number of cities and villages in Bahrain, during which demonstrators chanted against the regime's policies and demanded change and freedom. They also chanted in condemnation of the authorities' targeting of religious figures and the mistreatment of religious scholar Sheikh Issa Qasim. Security forces used the power of weapons to disperse the protestors. Reporter, Male # 2 In one voice, these masses poured into the streets of Bahrain's cities and villages. They insist on getting the demands they have been calling for since mid-February and they are adamant on attaining change and justice. From the town of Bilad al-Qadeem to the city of Sitra and Sharekhan, then to the area of Tubli and Ras el-Ruman, a human chain took to the streets to protest the policies of the Bahraini regime. They demanded the downfall. Night marches took over the streets of many Bahraini cities and villages. Demonstrators demanded the Bahraini regime immediately release the detainees, as indicated in their chants. Despite the peaceful nature of the protests, the regime's security forces met them as usual with the language of violence and bullets in order to disperse the demonstrators. Mass popular protests took place in the villages of Ali and Dar Kulaib, in solidarity with the religious authority. Demonstrators chanted against the regime's targeting of religious symbols and the Bahraini minister of justice's aggression on religious scholar Sheikh Issa Qasim. Their demands have not changed and their voice has not been suppressed. They want its echo to reach the entire world. They say their intifada or uprising will continue until their demands of freedom, change and democracy are met.