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The man accused of trying to kill author Salman Rushdie is found guilty of attempted murder

The man accused of trying to kill author Salman Rushdie is found guilty of attempted murder

  • Rushdie was the key witness during seven days of testimony, describing in graphic detail his life-threatening injuries and long and painful recovery
  • Matar, sitting at the defense table, looked down but had no obvious reaction when the jury delivered the verdict
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Man injured alongside Salman Rushdie in 2022 stabbing attack says he thought it was a prank at first

Man injured alongside Salman Rushdie in 2022 stabbing attack says he thought it was a prank at first

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Trial of man in Salman Rushdie stabbing begins with jury selection

Trial of man in Salman Rushdie stabbing begins with jury selection

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Trial of Salman Rushdie’s assailant will remain in the New York county where the stabbing happened

Trial of Salman Rushdie’s assailant will remain in the New York county where the stabbing happened

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