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Saudi Arabia overturns death sentence for man over Facebook comment, Sri Lanka says

Anojan Sivarasa's case sent shockwaves through Sri Lanka, spurring diplomatic efforts to seek clemency.

Saudi Arabia overturns death sentence for man over Facebook comment, Sri Lanka says

The Muslim World League has strongly condemned the ongoing Houthi attacks on civilian targets in Saudi Arabia. The League's Secretary-General, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa, denounced these "treacherous terrorist attacks", describing them as violations of religious values and international laws. He emphasized that the assaults reflect the criminal approach of the Houthi militia in deliberately targeting civilians and civilian infrastructure.

Sheikh Al-Issa affirmed the League's full solidarity with Saudi Arabia, urging the Kingdom to take all necessary measures to deter aggressors and protect its citizens and residents. He also prayed for the safety of the Saudi leadership and people, and for the swift recovery of those injured in the attacks.

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