Saudi Arabia Puts 47 to Death, Including Prominent Shiite Cleric
The execution of Sheikh Nimr al-Nimr, an outspoken campaigner for Shiite rights, is likely to exacerbate tensions with Iran and Shiites across the region. [Source]
Publication Date:Origin: nytimes.com
Category: Capital Punishment
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