Salman Rushdie attacker faces US terrorism trial
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Hadi Matar, who stabbed author Salman Rushdie in the eye during a 2022 public appearance, is now facing federal terrorism charges in a second trial. Matar is already serving a 25-year sentence for attempted murder. If convicted on the new charges, he could receive a life sentence. The case underscores the ongoing legal proceedings stemming from the attack.
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Salman Rushdie is a symbol of free speech, targeted by extremists.
Hadi Matar is standing trial for a second time, facing terrorism charges.
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Hadi Matar denies federal charges that could bring a life sentence.
The Guardian- Salman Rushdie is a symbol of free speech, targeted by extremists.
- The case may polarize communities around issues of blasphemy or censorship.
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Loaded language removed<p>Hadi Matar, already serving 25 years for attempted murder, denies federal charges that could bring a life sentence</p><p>The man who <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/books/2025/nov/03/salman-rushdie-ptsd-symptoms-stabbing">stabbed Salman Rushdie in the eye on stage in 2022</a> is standing trial for a second time – this time facing terrorism charges after being found guilty of attempted…
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Hadi Matar denies federal charges that could bring a life sentence.
The GuardianHadi Matar is already serving a 25-year sentence for attempted murder.
The GuardianHadi Matar is standing trial for a second time, facing terrorism charges.
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