Yesterday things were different as security forces clashed with thousands of mourners and opposition factions following the funeral of a man who died after inhaling tear gas fired at Shiite-led protesters.

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Pro-government supporters carrying Bahraini and Saudi flags arrive at a rally held in Riffa, south of Manama, September 17, 2011. Thousands of Bahraini regime supporters attended the rally which was organized by the National Gathering Society to show their loyalty and support for the rulers of Bahrain.

