Americans for Democracy & Human Rights in Bahrain (ADHRB)

Articles by Americans for Democracy & Human Rights in Bahrain (ADHRB)

Kuwait: Time to achieve justice for the “Bidoon” community

International campaign calls for an end to discriminatory practices and the release of arbitrarily detained activists.

Saudi Arabia: Four executed for their free expression after tortured confessions

This latest execution brings the total number of persons killed to 36 this year alone.

UAE: It’s time to release human rights defender Ahmed Mansoor

Since his imprisonment, Mansoor remains in isolation and continues to be subjected to inhumane conditions, says ADHRB.

Living in Agony: The long-term effects of torture in Bahrain

Victims of torture continue to suffer from their abuse years after their mistreatment.

Saudi Arabia: Escalating use of anti-terrorism and cybercrime laws to stifle free expression

Following US President Biden’s visit, Saudi authorities increased their widespread use of draconian laws to target and retaliate against human rights defenders and dissenting voices.

US and UK governments turn a blind eye to Bahrain’s dismal human rights record

So long as the US and UK governments are content to ignore the torture, unfair trials, and killing of protesters and government critics, Bahrain’s monarchy will feel at ease to continue its policy of systematic repression.

Bahrain: Political prisoners must be freed for a free election to be held

“Unless conditions improve quickly, the 2022 elections will again be a sham perpetrated by the Government of Bahrain on the Bahraini people and any façade of democracy in Bahrain will end,” said Husain Abdulla, ADHRB Executive Director.

Rights groups condemn F1’s “double standard” for racing in Bahrain amidst “continued institutionalized repression”

“Formula 1 must uphold values of peace and unity everywhere, particularly in the countries where they are racing. At present the F1 races in the Gulf are only enabling Bahrain and Saudi to sportswash their abysmal human rights records, which continue to deteriorate.”