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Mohammed Ramadan and the Death Penalty in Bahrain

Summary

The European Parliament calls for a royal pardon for Mohammed Ramadan, who faces execution in Bahrain based on confessions allegedly obtained through torture.
10 04.02.2016
Other
government
human rights
criminal law
public administration
international relations

Key points

  • The European Parliament expresses deep concern regarding the return to capital punishment in Bahrain.
  • Allegations suggest that Mohammed Ramadan was arrested without a warrant and subjected to violent torture to extract a confession.
  • The death sentence for Mr. Ramadan was upheld by the highest court despite his claims of being tortured.
  • There is significant concern regarding the misuse of anti-terrorism laws to punish political beliefs and peaceful protests.
Documents (PDFs)
JOINT MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on Bahrain: the case of Mohammed Ramadan MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on Bahrain: the case of Mohammed Ramadan MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on Bahrain: the case of Mohammed Ramadan MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on Bahrain: the case of Mohammed Ramadan MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on Bahrain: the case of Mohammed Ramadan MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on Bahrain: the case of Mohammed Ramadan MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on Bahrain: the case of Mohammed Ramadan Bahrain: the case of Mohammed Ramadan
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