Mogherini: Latest Measures Taken by Bahraini Gov't Hinder Reconciliation


Mogherini: Latest Measures Taken by Bahraini Gov't Hinder Reconciliation

TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Federica Mogherini, said that the situation in Bahrain is not just a human rights issue but also a geopolitical issue.

Mogherini added in an address to the European Parliament that EU has expressed its concerns about the latest developments which are hindering the national conciliation in the country.

She also highlighted the importance of political reform in Bahrain, news website Bahrain Miror reported on Friday.

Mogherini added that "during the visit of Mr. Stavros Lambrinidis (EU Special Representative for Human Rights) to Bahrain, we called for the release of activists and political detainees," stressing that the EU will keep on calling for the release of peaceful activists, including prominent human right defender Nabeel Rajab.

The EU official urged the Government of Bahrain to reconsider its decision to suspend the activities of the country's main Shiite opposition group,Al-Wefaq, on charges of "terrorism, extremism, and violence".

Mogherini further stated that there are a lot of worrying news about Bahrain, highlighting that the European Union will continue "contacting the Bahraini authorities to protect and promote human rights."

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