Thursday, February 17, 2011

My Way News - Bahrain locked down after 5 protesters killed
My Way News reports: "Bahrain's leaders banned public gatherings and sent tanks into the streets Thursday, intensifying a crackdown that killed five anti-government protesters, wounded more than 200 and turned a hospital into a cauldron of anguish and rage against the monarchy."

My Way News - Anti-government protesters killed in Libyan clash
My Way News reports: "Libyan protesters seeking to oust longtime leader Moammar Gadhafi defied a crackdown and took to the streets in five cities Thursday on what activists have dubbed a 'day of rage,' amid reports at least 20 demonstrators have been killed in clashes with pro-government groups."

My Way News - Saudi prince calls for reform amid regional unrest
My Way News reports: "The protests and unrest in Arab countries may be dangerous for Saudi Arabia if King Abdullah does not step up the pace of reform, a Saudi prince said Thursday. Prince Talal bin Abdul-Aziz, a half brother of the king, said it was not too late for the Saudi government to take steps to avoid protests - and that the king is the only person who can bring about major changes."

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