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Concern over sectarian tension increases as the predominantly Shia unlicensed opposition formally establishes itself. However, both unlicensed and licensed opposition members have told GSN that such fears are unjustified
The streets of Manama remained tense as GSN went to press, though political opposition groups are beginning a national dialogue. Disagreement over whether the Al-Khalifas should stay or go threatens to undermine the process
Salman has emerged as a major player only in the past few years. As recently as 2007, it was thought he was marginal in shaping government policy and overshadowed by his powerful great-uncle, prime minister Sheikh Khalifa Bin Salman Al-Khalifa,
With 24-hour news coverage following every move, the authorities have come under intense pressure to calm the situation on the streets. GSN examines the timeline of recent unrest
Manama has witnessed Jasmine Revolution-inspired demonstrations calling for political reform. The fervour of opposition has spread to many Gulf states, where aged leaders are being challenged by their youthful populations
Bahrain has a long history of unrest, reflecting its complex sectarian, ethnic and socio-economic divisions. Of all the Gulf Co-operation Council states, it is perhaps Bahrain that has the longest history of organised political opposition
A surge in credit default swap rates reveals clear concern over the safety of international equity
Allegations of torture and disagreement over defendants’ state-appointed lawyers delay controversial trial
Crown Prince Salman Bin Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa said on 8 February that Arab leaders should make popular demands for political freedoms a “priority”,
With Bahrain’s ‘Day of Rage’ scheduled for 14 February, a political opposition that has generally been contained by the state since the intifadas of the mid-90s could now present a real challenge to Al- Khalifa rule.
The political environment has deteriorated. King Hamad seems to believe that his regime can survive only if it recovers popular consent. But he is troubled by deteriorating communal politics, and faces opposition from within Al- Khalifa ranks.
WikiLeaks’ publication of US diplomatic documents sheds light on a well-known but secretive relationship
Libya has acquired Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (Adia)’s stake in Bahrain-based Arab Banking Corporation (ABC), bringing its total holding in Bahrain’s second largest bank to almost 60%.
Bahrain criticises Rafale fighter. US-Iraq $100m arms deal
Foreign minister Prince Saud Al-Faisal proposed a Nato-backed Arab army to destroy the Iranian-backed Hizbollah movement in Lebanon in 2008. Documents released by WikiLeaks suggest that certain military operations against Al-Qaeda in Yemen, claimed by Sanaa to be the work of Yemeni forces, were carried out by the US.
