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Matar’s Silence Before Jury | Albany News
The federal terrorism trial for Hadi Matar, accused of stabbing Salman Rushdie, is closing in—Matar chose not to testify, risking a swift jury verdict. Prosecutors claim his attack was fueled by Iran’s former leader and Hezbollah, tied to Rushdie’s controversial novel. Defense argues insufficient evidence, but the judge refused to dismiss the case. With a 25-year state sentence already looming, a federal conviction could mean life behind bars. The world watches as justice weighs in on a case steeped in global controversy. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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