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TERROR ARRESTS

MANAMA: Security forces in Bahrain have arrested two suspects in connection with a terrorist cell, it was announced last night.

Interior Minister Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa said the cell members were planning terror acts in the kingdom and other Gulf countries.

Police searched their house and seized two machine guns, a pistol and ammunition, knives, a sword, CDs, tapes, computers, bank statements and exchange companies’ documents, said Shaikh Rashid.

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TERROR ARRESTS

MANAMA: Security forces in Bahrain have arrested two suspects in connection with a terrorist cell, it was announced last night.

Interior Minister Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa said the cell members were planning terror acts in the kingdom and other Gulf countries.

Police searched their house and seized two machine guns, a pistol and ammunition, knives, a sword, CDs, tapes, computers, bank statements and exchange companies’ documents, said Shaikh Rashid.

The men were arrested on Sunday. They admitted to possessing arms and ammunition and were being held in custody pending further investigation, said Shaikh Rashid.

He said that no further details could be announced at this stage, for the sake of investigation.

He praised security forces for their efficiency and vigilance, warning against the dangers of websites advocating terrorism and spreading extremism and violence among youngsters.

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