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“Saudi scholars have declared their support for the ongoing people’s struggle against Libyan leader Muammar Qaddafi.” —arab news saudi libya

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15 more activists arrested this evening in Doha for alleged conspiracy. Democracy movement in Qatar unstoppable. dayofanger saudi uae

“Saudi Arabia, the world’s biggest oil producer, bans public protests and political parties. In 2004, Saudi security forces, carrying batons and shields, thwarted protests in Riyadh and Jeddah called for by a Saudi dissident group in London.” —reuters saudi libya

“Eyewitnesses have reported seeing an estimated 30 tanks being transported into Bahrain from Saudi Arabia on Monday night.” —veterans today saudi bahrain libya

“Democracy activists in Saudi Arabia say the government is closely monitoring social media to nip in the bud any protests… . Activists have set up Facebook pages calling for protests on March 11 and 20.” —globe + mail saudi libya

“Hundreds of Omani protesters gathered in a roundabout in the center of the city of Sohar blocking a major road for a third consecutive day of protests.” —wpost oman libya

“Two main opposition leaders in Iran were placed under “restrictive circumstances” and not allowed to receive visitors or make phone calls.” —wpost iran libya