Bahrain warns its media against publishing pro-Qatar stance

Bahrain's Information Affairs Ministry on Thursday warned media outlets not to publish or circulate anything that contradicts the Kingdom's stance towards Qatari policies.

The ministry said the decision was taken so that it does not affect "Bahrain's highest interest intended by the measures and the political decisions taken by Bahrain and Gulf, Arab and other countries in relation to Qatar."

The ministry warned of legal action against anyone for violating the law by publishing statements that question the decision.

"Legal action will be taken against anyone who contributes to publishing such material and will be held responsible before the law," the ministry added.