Manama, Bahrain – Web Desk: Authorities in Bahrain have arrested six individuals, including five Pakistani nationals, for allegedly recording and sharing videos of Iranian missile attacks on social media, according to the Bahrain Ministry of Interior.
Officials said the suspects filmed scenes related to the recent attacks and circulated the footage online, which authorities claim could threaten national security and public safety.
The arrested individuals were identified as Muhammad Moiz Akbar, Afzal Khan, Ahmad Mumtaz, Arsalan Ali Sajid, and Abdul Rehman Abdul Sattar, all Pakistani nationals, along with Mohammad Israfil Mir, a citizen of Bangladesh.
In a statement, Bahraini authorities alleged that the suspects shared videos that “expressed sympathy with hostile actions and exaggerated the situation,” potentially spreading fear and misinformation among the public.
Officials added that the footage was circulated through various social media accounts, raising concerns that such content could mislead citizens and disrupt public order.
All suspects have been handed over to the public prosecution, and legal proceedings have been initiated. Authorities warned that strict penalties could be imposed if the accused are convicted under national security laws.
Meanwhile, the Embassy of Pakistan in Manama issued an advisory urging Pakistani residents in Bahrain to avoid recording or sharing videos and photographs of security incidents.
The embassy warned that under Bahraini law, capturing or distributing footage of missile strikes, military sites, or debris can reveal sensitive information and interfere with security operations.
Regional reports indicate similar measures have been taken in neighboring Gulf countries amid rising tensions linked to the broader conflict involving Iran.
Authorities in Qatar have reportedly detained more than 300 individuals for allegedly spreading misleading content related to Iranian attacks, while Kuwait has also detained several people under similar accusations.
Security officials across the Gulf have urged residents to rely on official sources for information and avoid sharing unverified or sensitive footage online during ongoing regional tensions.
