The year 2017 emerged as one of the most burdensome years in the memories of Bahrainis, and one of the deadliest years ever.

Dear Rida, you add a new meaning to Bahrain. You did not head towards the sea to save yourself, but rather save the dignity of your people.

One of Rida’s sisters said: “We told them to only let his mother enter to see her son and bid him farewell, but they threatened us and told us to return home or else they’ll beat us.”