'Pentagon calls shots in Bahrain, can't afford democracy' [Patrick Henningsen © RT]

There have been more clashes in Bahrain, as a crucial court ruling looms for prominent human rights activist, Nabil Rajab, whose prosecution is hardening the country's opposition. Most of the violence flared in the country's biggest city - Aali where tear gas and rubber bullets were used to disperse the crowds. For more, RT talks to geopolitical analyst Patrick Henningsen who works for the current affairs 'UK Column' web site.