King of Bahrain Issues Royal Decree Pardoning 457 Prisoners

File photo: Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa al-Khalifa attends a meeting with Russian Foreign Minister in the capital Manama, on May 31, 2022. (Russian Foreign Ministry/AFP)
File photo: Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa al-Khalifa attends a meeting with Russian Foreign Minister in the capital Manama, on May 31, 2022. (Russian Foreign Ministry/AFP)
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King of Bahrain Issues Royal Decree Pardoning 457 Prisoners

File photo: Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa al-Khalifa attends a meeting with Russian Foreign Minister in the capital Manama, on May 31, 2022. (Russian Foreign Ministry/AFP)
File photo: Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa al-Khalifa attends a meeting with Russian Foreign Minister in the capital Manama, on May 31, 2022. (Russian Foreign Ministry/AFP)

Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa al-Khalifa pardoned 457 prisoners Wednesday night to mark his 25th anniversary as the nation's ruler.
Bahrain news agency said: “The royal pardon reflects HM the King’s dedication to fostering social cohesion and upholding the principles of justice and the rule of law. It also aims to balance legal accountability with the humanitarian and social circumstances of the inmates, providing them with an opportunity to reintegrate into society. This approach aligns with Bahrain’s commitment to human rights and its prominent standing within the region.”
In April, King Hamad pardoned 1,584 prisoners, including prisoners convicted of triggering chaos.



Kuwait’s Emir Receives Prince Turki bin Mohammed

Emir of Kuwait receives Prince Turki bin Mohammed bin Fahd and his accompanying delegation (KUNA)
Emir of Kuwait receives Prince Turki bin Mohammed bin Fahd and his accompanying delegation (KUNA)
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Kuwait’s Emir Receives Prince Turki bin Mohammed

Emir of Kuwait receives Prince Turki bin Mohammed bin Fahd and his accompanying delegation (KUNA)
Emir of Kuwait receives Prince Turki bin Mohammed bin Fahd and his accompanying delegation (KUNA)

Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah received on Wednesday Saudi Minister of State and Member of the Cabinet Prince Turki bin Mohammed bin Fahd and his accompanying delegation at the Bayan Palace in Kuwait.

Prince Turki bin Mohammed conveyed to the Emir greetings from Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and from Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, according to Kuwait’s news agency, KUNA.

In response, the Kuwaiti Emir conveyed his greetings to King Salman and Prince Mohammed, wishing them good health and wellness.

During the meeting, both men reviewed the long-standing strong ties between the two countries and ways to further strengthen them.

The meeting was attended by Prince Sultan bin Saad bin Khalid, Saudi Ambassador to Kuwait, and Hamad bin Suleiman Al-Saleem, Director General of the Office of Prince Turki bin Mohammed bin Fahd. A number of senior officials of Kuwait were also present.