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Outrage as poet is sentenced to death in Saudi Arabia

Felix TamsutDecember 1, 2015

A Palestinian poet has been sentenced to death in Saudi Arabia for 'spreading atheism and disrespecting the prophet.' Users took to social media, calling for his release and questioning the country's motives.

Screenshot Instagram Dichter Ashraf Fayadh Todesurteil Saudi-Arabien
Image: Instagram/Ashraf Fayadh
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