Bahrain Daily Tribune, 11 March 2026: Bahrain’s Public Prosecution has urged the Criminal Court to impose the maximum penalties on several defendants accused of promoting, justifying and encouraging acts of terrorism linked to the IRGC attack.

During hearings, prosecutors presented evidence showing the defendants had circulated materials supporting the terrorist act, possessed content glorifying terrorism, and taken photographs of restricted locations in violation of national‑security laws. The Prosecution stressed that such behaviour amounts to a betrayal of the country whose citizenship and resources the defendants benefitted from.

It argued that these acts instil fear, threaten citizens and residents, destabilise public security and undermine social stability, particularly amid the current regional challenges arising from Iranian aggression.

The Public Prosecution reiterated its commitment to confronting any conduct that violates Bahraini law or endangers national security, emphasising that the rule of law remains essential for protecting rights, freedoms and public order.

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