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Bahrain prosecution seeks death penalty in alleged espionage case
Public Prosecution asked for capital punishment for defendants accused of collaborating with a terrorist organization and passing defense secrets, and said full evidence will be presented in forthcoming hearings.
Mar 27th 2026 · Bahrain
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- Prosecution requested the death penalty during a procedural court session held yesterday.
- Officials said the session did not allow time to present the full body of evidence.
- Defendants are accused of collaborating with a terrorist organization engaged in hostile activities against Bahrain.
- Authorities allege the accused photographed prohibited locations to pass on defense secrets.
- Prosecution described the actions as a grave betrayal amid heightened security threats.
- More detailed evidence and the impact of the defendants actions will be presented in upcoming hearings.