Bahrain opposition leader cleared of terrorism charges


Khalil al-Marzouq (R), deputy secretary-general of al Wefaq, smiles as he enters the Ministry of Justice and Islamic Affairs for his trial in Manama December 12, 2013. REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed

MANAMA (Reuters) - A senior member of Bahrain's Shi'ite opposition said he was cleared of terrorism charges on Wednesday, a move that could help stalled talks with the government to try and end months of sporadic unrest.

Khalil al-Marzouq from the al-Wefaq party, was one of a number of opposition figures and activists detained since majority Shi'ite Muslims led mass protests in 2011 demanding a greater role in running the Sunni-ruled island kingdom.

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