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FO 1016/551

Internal political situation: Bahrain, 1957

This file relates to the internal political situation in Bahrain.
FO 1016/333

Relations between Sunni and Shiah Muslims in Bahrain, 1954

This file concerns a demonstration in Bahrain by the Baharna, who are Shia Muslims, during which four men were killed and several more injured. It contains:A notice issued by the Ruler of Bahrain Sheikh Salman Bin Hamad Al KhalifaA report by C H HainesA copy of the demands submitted to the Ruler of Bahrain A summary of the judgement of a case involving an attempted attack on the village of Hala A report by the Political Agent in Bahrain J W Wall of the commemorations during the day of Ashura.
FO 1016/154

Dispute between Qatar and Bahrain over Zubara, 1950 Jan 16-Nov 16

This file relates to the dispute between Bahrain and Qatar over Zubarah.
FO 371/109813

Disturbances and political agitation in Bahrain involving Shi'a and Sunni sects, 1954

This file contains correspondence relating to: Report of a conversation between Political Resident in the Persian Gulf B A B Burrows and the Ruler of Bahrain Sheikh Salman Bin Hamad Al Khalifa regarding the antagonistic feeling between the Shi'a and Sunni sects in Bahrain (1) Report of a demonstration outside the Political Agency following the conclusion of a trial of persons connected with the Sunni-Shi'a riots (2) Report on incidents between Shi'a and the police in which three Shi'as were killed and three wounded and plans to appoint a committee involving Judge Haines (3-4)