Bahrain May Revoke Citizenship Over Security Threats in Wartime
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- •On April 19, 2026, Bahrain began reviewing citizenship status for individuals suspected of compromising national security during wartime.
- •King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa assigned Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa to oversee accountability for those accused of betraying the nation.
- •The review targets people considered security threats who may lose their Bahraini citizenship as a result.
- •The policy aims to strengthen Bahrain's internal security during periods of conflict.
- •The government has publicly stated the measures are necessary to protect national stability.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If the crown prince enforces citizenship revocations strictly affected individuals could lose legal protections and residency rights, increasing internal security but potentially causing social unrest among communities in Bahrain.
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Primary Sources (4)
RURIA Novosti (RU)Король Бахрейна распорядился проверить лояльность подданныхMEAsharq Al-Awsat (EN)King of Bahrain Assigns Crown Prince to Hold to Account Those who ‘Betrayed the Nation’METhe National (UAE)Bahrain could strip citizenship for 'compromising security' during warMEArab Times (Kuwait)Bahrain Orders Review of Citizenship for Individuals Deemed Security Threats