Bahrain Expels MPs After Opposition to Citizenship Oversight Decree
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- •Bahrain expelled three members of parliament on May 8, 2026, after they voted against a royal decree regulating citizenship oversight.
- •Iran officially condemned Bahrain's actions on May 10, 2026, describing the expulsions as collective punishment.
- •The royal decree in Bahrain concerns tighter government control over citizenship decisions.
- •The expelled MPs opposed the decree, signaling dissent within Bahrain's legislative body.
- •The expulsions have increased political tensions between Bahrain and Iran.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Bahrain's government maintains strict control over citizenship laws then domestic political opposition may weaken further, affecting Bahrain's parliamentary independence and possibly increasing public unrest.
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MEIRNA (English)Iran condemns Bahrain’s mass citizenship revocations as ‘collective punishment’MEMiddle East EyeBahrain expels three MPs after they voted against royal decree on citizenship oversightMEMiddle East EyeBahrain expels three MPs after they voted against royal decree on citizenship oversight