MPs Seek Military Honour

TDT | Manama

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Bahrain Defence Force personnel could receive a new military honour under a draft law being reviewed by Parliament’s Foreign Affairs, Defence and National Security Committee.

The proposal, submitted by MPs including Jameel Mulla Hassan, seeks to amend Bahrain’s 1976 law on orders and medals by introducing a one-grade award named the “Order of Al Farooq.”

Under the draft legislation, the medal would be awarded to BDF officers and servicemen for acts of endurance, distinction and sacrifice during Iranian aggression against Bahrain.

MPs said the move aimed to recognise the role played by Bahrain’s armed forces in protecting the country, its people and civilian facilities.

The proposal also cited constitutional provisions granting Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, as Supreme Commander of the Defence Force, the authority to grant honours and medals.

If approved, the law would come into effect following its publication in the Official Gazette.