Bahrain sentences five to life over alleged “terrorist and hostile acts” plot

Five people have been sentenced to life in prison in Bahrain for planning “terrorist and hostile acts” in coordination with Iran, Bahraini authorities said on April 28.

The Public Prosecution said the case involved communication with what it described as hostile foreign entities targeting the kingdom’s national security, Iran International reported. 

 In a statement posted on X, it said: “The Public Prosecution affirms that the crime of communicating with hostile foreign entities against the Kingdom of Bahrain is considered one of the most serious crimes affecting national security.”

No further details were provided about the identities of those convicted, the specific allegations against them, or the evidence presented in court.

By Sabina Mammadli