Kings and queens around the world are more like celebrities than political figures these days. But there are still several countries where monarchs still hold power, such as Saudi Arabia, Swaziland and Monaco.
Muslims — a minority in a country ruled by Sunni Muslims. Officials said those condemned had engaged in terrorism-related offenses, allegations questioned by human rights advocates.
For instance, legislative power is now shared by the prince and the National Council — a group of 24 members elected by popular vote every five years. The prince proposes laws and the National Council votes on them. In 2002, Sheikh Hamed bin Isa Khalifa changed Bahrain from an emirate to a kingdom and gave himself the title of king. The small Persian Gulf island has been ruled by the Khalifa family since 1783. Members of the royal family control the ministries of defense, interior, finance and foreign affairs.Three years after taking power in 1999, Sheikh Hamed bin Isa Khalifa changed Bahrain from an emirate to a kingdom and gave himself the title of king.
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