ITV news crew forced out of Bahrain as it reported on anti-F1 clashes
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.A British TV crew has been forced to leave Bahrain by the country's authorities as they reported on the violent clashes taking place in the build-up to the Grand Prix.
The team of five were filming in the Gulf nation ahead of Sunday's Formula One race where they were yesterday held and questioned at a police station before being released.
The group, who had the necessary visas permitting them to work there, were then again questioned and taken to a police station today, before being told they must leave the country or face going to prison.
The news team has been reporting on the violent protests that have been going on against the government as the eyes of the world fall on the country for the race.
The ongoing dispute between the ruling Sunni family and the majority Shia population led to the Grand Prix being cancelled in 2011 after many were killed during similar demonstrations.
An ITV News spokeswoman said: "Our news team were on assignment with visas approved by the Bahraini authorities.
"Having filed a report last night, they were stopped while filming this morning and taken to a local police station for discussions with officers.
"They have since been asked to leave the country, which they are in the process of doing."
PA
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments