Manama, Jumada I 12, 1437, Feb 21, 2016, SPA -- Bahrain's Minister of Interior Lt-General Sheikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa received here today scholars, members of Shura Council, Council of Representatives and Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Editors-in-Chief of local newspaper, representatives of the National Institution for Human Rights and a number of dignitaries. The Interior Minister delivered a speech in which he said: "Brothers Each time we meet, we do so to discuss an important state of security that concerns us all. Today, everyone is aware of the regional situation and the security challenges that affect our national security. First, I will discuss the Iranian interference in the internal security affairs of Bahrain and the major threats we have exposed as a result of such interference. Let me focus on the main Iranian interference since 2011 as Iran has tried to exploit Bahrain's politics, economy and social fabric to achieve its expansion purposes. They have targeted the security and stability of the nation with weapons and explosives shipments. They have also attempted to destabilise the government and harm the economy. There are terrorist groups in Bahrain that have received training in Iran, Iraq and Syria and that are linked to the Iranian Revolutionary Guard and Hezbollah. Iran offers financial support, weapons and explosives that are smuggled into the country. This includes training in bomb-making that has led to the death and injury of several policemen. The physical evidence and lab results that indicate Iranian interference in Bahrain is much more detailed than the information provided to the media. The evidence is detailed in a professional legal report that outlines the scope of the danger of the Iranian interference in Bahrain. Regarding security procedures in Bahrain, we have assessed areas that were exploited to disrupt the security and general order of the country. As a result, we have taken steps to update these areas and confront the risk of terrorism. The Iranian plot in Bahrain and the reckless plans to spread chaos and disturb public order has failed. By holding tight onto our nationalism all sectarian and extremism goals become manageable and our frontlines become stronger against foreign interference and hatred. There will be no discrimination against anyone except those who let go of their nationalism." --SPA 20:26 LOCAL TIME 17:26 GMT www.spa.gov.sa/w