He is the man who stabbed Salman Rushdie in 2022 and is now serving a 25‑year prison sentence.

What new conviction did he receive?

A federal jury found him guilty of terrorism charges related to the attack.

Why does this case matter?

It shows courts can label attacks on writers as terrorism and may lead to a life sentence.

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Man who stabbed author Salman Rushdie convicted of ‘terrorism’ charges

First publishedJul 30, 09:17 UTC

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Man who stabbed author Salman Rushdie convicted of ‘terrorism’ charges

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A man already serving a prison sentence in New York for attempting to murder the novelist Salman Rushdie has additionally been found guilty of federal “terrorism” charges and could be jailed for life. Hadi Matar, 28, is currently serving a 25-year prison sentence for attempting to kill Rushdie in a knife attack in 2022.

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Hadi Matar attacked Salman Rushdie with a knife in 2022 and is already serving a 25‑year sentence for attempted murder. On Wednesday a federal jury in Buffalo found him guilty of additional terrorism charges. The jury said he tried to carry out a fatwa issued by Iran’s government against Rushdie. Matar could now receive a life sentence.

Why it matters

The case shows how violence against writers can be treated as terrorism under U.S. law. It also highlights the ongoing threat posed by extremist motives to free expression.

In brief

Who is Hadi Matar?: He is the man who stabbed Salman Rushdie in 2022 and is now serving a 25‑year prison sentence.
What new conviction did he receive?: A federal jury found him guilty of terrorism charges related to the attack.
Why does this case matter?: It shows courts can label attacks on writers as terrorism and may lead to a life sentence.

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Al Jazeera emphasizes the terrorism conviction and the possibility of a life sentence. Fox News highlights the Iranian fatwa motive and gives more detail about the stabbing.

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Fox News LatestJul 30, 11:42Stresses attacker acted to carry out Iran’s fatwa
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Al JazeeraJul 30, 09:17Highlights guilty verdict and chance of life imprisonment

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