Hadi Matar, 27, was convicted for attacking Salman Rushdie during an event in 2022, leaving Rushdie with severe injuries, including loss of sight in one eye. This attack stemmed from decades of threats against Rushdie following the publication of his novel 'The Satanic Verses', which was deemed blasphemous by Iranian authorities. Matar expressed his dislike for Rushdie's viewpoints on Islam and was found guilty of attempted murder and assault. As Rushdie recovers, discussions about freedom of expression and the consequences of extremism continue to resonate, particularly in the literary world.
Hadi Matar was convicted of attempted murder for the stabbing of Salman Rushdie, highlighting the ongoing threats against authors due to their literary works.
Rushdie's long recovery from his life-threatening injuries underscores the severe consequences of extremist violence aimed at outspoken figures.
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