Other Press Perspective on Saudi-backed forces attack Bahrainis

Saudi-backed forces attack Bahrainis
Friday, 12 August 2011

Bahrain, August 12: Saudi-backed forces have stepped up their attacks on anti-regime demonstrators that have once again taken to the streets of Bahrain, calling for the downfall of the Al Khalifa regime.

The rallies on Friday were held in the capital Manama and the town of Sitra, Press TV reported.

Reports also indicate that regime forces have responded by firing tear gas at protesters as well as by cutting off electricity in Sitra.

The protesters, however, have refused to give in until a new democratic government is formed.

Since mid-February, Bahraini protesters have been holding anti-government protests demanding an end to the rule of Al Khalifa dynasty, which they say has instituted despotic governance, discrimination, and the suppression of all dissent.

The US-backed regime has met the popular protests with a brutal crackdown, killing scores and arresting hundreds.

Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch have harshly criticized Bahrain for its violence against protesters as well as doctors, nurses, lawyers and journalists that expressed support for the protest movement. …source