Shiite Men: Rights Groups and Sunni-Ruled Government

shiite men: Activists allege that testimony used against the condemned men was obtained through torture, according to The Chronicle Herald. Hundreds of demonstrators took to the streets in several predominantly Shiite communities to protest the executions. The executions of the Shiite men drew swift condemnation from human rights groups and sparked intense protests by opponents of the Sunni-ruled government, who see the charges as politically motivated. The rallies at times turned violent as youth hurled projectiles and petrol bombs while police responded with birdshot and tear gas, witnesses said. The witnesses spoke on condition of anonymity for fear of retribution. The sound of gunfire could be heard into the night. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.