Manama, Bahrain – In a notable parliamentary move reflecting broad consensus, the Bahraini House of Representatives voted unanimously today to expel three of its members.
The House’s decision stems from the MPs’ public stances, which were deemed to be contrary to sovereign decisions and the state’s security and legal policies.
Names of MPs and legal basis
The expulsion order included MPs Abdulnabi Salman, Mahdi Al-Shuwaikh, and Mamdouh Al-Saleh.
According to reports from Manama, these constitutional measures came after the three MPs expressed their opposition to the King of Bahrain’s decision to revoke the citizenship of several individuals. These individuals are accused of supporting Iranian agendas or of having links to activities that threaten national security and the Kingdom’s higher interests.
The House of Representatives announced that the motion to revoke the membership had received unanimous approval from all members present at the session. The motion had previously met the procedural requirements by garnering the signatures of 37 members.
Observers noted that this overwhelming consensus within Parliament sends a powerful message, affirming a unified political stance on issues related to national security and loyalty to the state.
Repercussions of the decision
This step is in accordance with the constitutional and regulatory powers that grant the Council the right to hold members accountable in cases of breach of membership duties or the adoption of positions that contradict national principles. The Independent High Electoral Commission is also expected to begin the necessary arrangements to declare the seats vacant, in accordance with the laws governing parliamentary work in the Kingdom.
