Bahraini leading clerics Ayatollah Sheikh Isa Qassim and Sayed Abdullah Alghuraifi, issued a joint statement stressing that the trial of Sheikh Ali Salman, Secretary General of Al Wefaq, is based on a politically-motivated intention.
The clerics said the trial is far from anything to do with national interest and security, adding that the authorities are clearly declaring that even the most peaceful and moderate citizen in this country should not feel safe from reprisal.
“The people cannot remain silent on the oppression of such a man”, they added, “The people cannot abandon any of its leaders and figures who remain in prison. The movement will not settle down as long as a single man or child remains behind bars”.
The oppressive and unfair trial of Sheikh Ali Salman cannot be accepted, they stated, “He is the symbol of patriotism, nonviolence and national unity. He has always condemned terror and all forms of violence”.
They said his prosecution is aimed to end the people’s demand for reform, something the people will not given in to.
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