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Bahrain cracks down on social media misuse, two arrested over live broadcasts

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Bahrain cracks down on social media misuse, two arrested over live broadcasts

TOI World Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Mar 01, 2026, 10:22 IST

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[Bahrain cracks down on social media misuse, two arrested over live broadcasts]

Bahrain arrested two individuals for social media broadcasts deemed harmful to public order/Representative Image

Bahrain’s Ministry of Interior has announced the arrest of two individuals aged 27 and 37 for misusing social media, stating that the content they published amounted to a legal violation and had the potential to harm security and public order.In an official statement, the Ministry said the arrests were carried out by the Anti Cybercrime Directorate, which operates under the General Directorate of Anti Corruption and Economic and Electronic Security. The suspects were found to have conducted live broadcasts and recorded video clips, which were later published on their personal social media accounts.According to authorities, the manner in which the material was presented constituted a breach of the law.

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The statement noted that the content could potentially affect security and public order and incite public opinion, prompting immediate action by the concerned department.

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The Ministry reiterated its commitment to monitoring and addressing violations related to electronic platforms, particularly content that may threaten public stability. It stressed that legal frameworks are in place to regulate digital conduct and that necessary action will be taken against those found to be in breach.The Directorate confirmed that legal procedures are being finalised to refer the two suspects to the Public Prosecution. The case will proceed in accordance with applicable laws once the referral process is complete.

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