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Saudi protesters in Qatif call for release of Shia cleric

Sunday, 17 May 2015 6:43 AM [ Last Update: Sunday, 17 May 2015 6:43 AM ]

Saudi protesters have once again taken to the streets to show solidarity with prominent Shia cleric Sheikh Nimr al-Nimr, who is facing execution there.

The Saudis staged protest rallies in the Qatif region in Eastern province for the third night in a row. The demonstrators carried placards and shouted slogans, calling on the ruling Al Saud regime to overturn the death sentence handed to Nimr last year. The demonstrations come as calls are growing worldwide for the release of Sheikh Nimr, who has been imprisoned by Saudi Arabia for more than three years. The dissident cleric was attacked and injured during his arrest by Saudi forces in 20-12. He’s facing the death penalty for criticizing the government and defending the rights of prisoners.

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