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Bahrain tensions spike ahead of F1 race

Protesters in Bahrain plan to step up demands for reform ahead of this weekend’s Formula One Grand Prix, setting the scene for a showdown with authorities determined to stage an incident-free race. The main opposition Al-Wefaq political bloc has called for a massive rally to coincide with free practice.