WARNING: As of February 2011, Bahrain is currently in a state of severe political crisis. Several people have been killed at the hands of the kingdom's security forces, with many more injured or detained; a British expat has been missing for weeks; and Central Asians have been subject to violence at the hands of violent protesters. If you are already in Bahrain, stay away from large public gatherings and try to gain independent information about the political and civil situation. Some countries have issued travel warnings, so consult your foreign office before traveling to Bahrain.