Bahrain: Reform, Security, and U.S. Policy
Abstract
The uprising against Bahrain's Al Khalifa ruling family that began on February 14, 2011, has diminished in intensity, but continued incarceration of dissident leaders, opposition boycotts of elections, and small demonstrations counter government assertions that Bahrain has returned to normal. The mostly Shiite opposition to the Sunni-minority-led regime has not achieved its goal of establishing a constitutional monarchy, but the unrest has compelled the ruling family to undertake modest reforms. The mainstream opposition uses peaceful forms of dissent, but small factions, possibly backed by Iran, have claimed responsibility for bombings and other attacks primarily against security officials.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 29, 2017
- Accession Number
- AD1042281
Entities
People
- Kenneth Katzman
Organizations
- Library of Congress