The process of transformation and progress toward democracy in any country necessitates implementing reforms within official state institutions, including the security and judicial systems. These reforms must adhere to a transparent, stringent accountability mechanism grounded in clear legal frameworks. Additionally, it is essential to establish a defined pathway that ensures equal rights for all individuals[…]
The United Nations Working Group on Arbitrary Detention (WGAD) published yesterday the opinion it adopted on 30 August 2024 during its 100th session concerning the detention of four Bahraini nationals, one of whom was a minor at the time of the arrest, who were sentenced between 23 years and life imprisonment. These Bahraini individuals were[…]
The human rights situation of prisoners of conscience in Bahrain is a matter of serious concern. One prominent illustration of this is the case of Dr. Abduljalil Al-Singace, an academic and opposition figure imprisoned since 2011 who experienced abuse and torture whilst in prison. This ongoing violation of human rights started when Al-Singace exercised his[…]
Americans for Democracy & Human Rights in Bahrain (ADHRB) participated in the 57th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (HRC), held from 9 September to 11 October 2024. ADHRB delivered eight oral interventions under four items during these sessions, highlighting various human rights violations in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia. It also organized a[…]
Mohamed Ali AlNibool was a 22-year-old accounting student from Sitra at the University of Bahrain when Bahraini authorities arrested him on 28 June 2023 at Caribou Café in Hala Plaza. The arrest was carried out without a warrant. During his detention, he endured torture, denial of family contact and visits, denial of access to his[…]