Update from Bahrain, as Tensions Escalate

The Takeaway

It’s been a week since Hosni Mubarak stepped down as president of Egypt. Now the focus is on Bahrain as protests there heat up. New York Times reporter Patrick Farrell reports from Bahrain on what he witnessed during Friday prayers in the capital city, Manama.

Help keep The World going strong!

The article you just read is free because dedicated readers and listeners like you chose to support our nonprofit newsroom. Our team works tirelessly to ensure you hear the latest in international, human-centered reporting every weekday. But our work would not be possible without you. We need your help.

Make a gift today to help us reach our $25,000 goal and keep The World going strong. Every gift will get us one step closer.