Bahrain Terror Cases: 10 get up to 10 years in jail

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Three defendants ordered deported after serving jail sentences

Manama: The High Criminal Court in Bahrain sentenced ten defendants to prison terms of up to 10 years in nine separate cases linked to supporting and endorsing hostile Iranian terrorist acts against the kingdom, according to the Head of the Terror Crimes Prosecution.

The court also imposed BD2,000 fines on several defendants, ordered the confiscation of seized items, and ruled that three defendants be permanently deported from Bahrain after completing their prison sentences.

The cases involved accusations related to promoting and supporting Iranian terrorist attacks targeting Bahrain, obtaining and publishing restricted sensitive information, and photographing prohibited locations during the attacks.

According to the Public Prosecution, the Cybercrime Directorate received several reports concerning social media accounts allegedly used to promote and justify the hostile acts. The published content reportedly included images, videos and comments expressing support for the attacks, as well as the sharing of sensitive information and footage of restricted sites.

Investigations led authorities to identify the operators of the accounts. Prosecutors questioned the defendants, heard witness testimonies and assigned technical experts to examine confiscated electronic devices. Forensic analysis reportedly confirmed the accused were involved in the offences.

Following the investigations, authorities referred the defendants to the High Criminal Court. The cases were heard over multiple sessions, observing legal procedures and defence rights before the verdicts were issued on Tuesday.

The Public Prosecution stressed that freedom of opinion and expression is protected under the law but warned that misusing social media platforms in ways that threaten national security and public stability would result in legal action.

It added that publishing or circulating content supporting terrorist acts, disclosing prohibited information or photographing restricted locations constitutes a threat to national security and civil peace. It reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing the law against violators while urging the public to use social media responsibly.