Bahrain: Clashes Reported in Bahrain During Ashura Commemorations.

Bahrain - June 17, 2026 Reports from Abu Saiba in northern Bahrain said confrontations broke out between participants marking Ashura and security forces following an alleged intervention targeting elements of the commemorations. Footage shared online appeared to show clashes and tensions in the area, with local accounts describing gatherings of Bahraini Shiite participants and a subsequent security response.