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Suppressing Dissent: Bahrain Targets Activists in April Arrest Wave

Summary by Americans for Democracy & Human Rights in Bahrain
In April 2025, Bahrain witnessed a sharp and troubling escalation in arbitrary arrests, marking a shift in state repression not seen in years. 22 individuals were detained throughout the month, including several women—a rare and notable development. While five were eventually released, 17 remain in custody. This sudden wave of detentions, coinciding with the Bahrain Formula 1 Grand Prix, appears to be a preemptive effort to silence dissent and p…
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Americans for Democracy & Human Rights in Bahrain broke the news in on Friday, May 16, 2025.
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