News•Feb 12, 2012

Bahrain releases former Ottawan Naser al-Raas

Former Ottawa-resident Naser Bader al-Raas jailed in Bahrain for taking part in last year's anti-government protests was unexpectedly let out on bail on Feb. 6. Mr. al-Raas' supporters say they hope he will soon return to Canada a free man. Although Mr. al-Raas was apparently released for health…