Bahraini forces target funeral 13.04.....NOT ok for Syria to Fight Armed Rebels but it is Ok for Bahrain to Fire on Unarmed Protesters (Enjoy F1!!)

(CNN) -- Thousands of mourners defied government forces and took to the streets Friday in Salmabad, Bahrain, to attend the funeral of Ahmed Ismaeel, who was killed last week in anti-government protests, witnesses told CNN.

"Despite this ruling family we will be protesting even if we all become martyrs," said a man's voice over a loudspeaker. "You are the free people, do not bow to them!"

To that, the crowd chanted, "Just to God we will bow!"

CNN cannot independently confirm the authenticity of the video.

The funeral procession was held without incident, but clashes broke out during the burial between mourners and riot police, a witness said. Read More