Sheikh Nimr Baqir al-Nimr
شیخ نمر باقر النمر
Shia cleric and political activist
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View Timeline →Amnesty International Statement on the 'Imminent' Execution of 12 Shia Prisoners in Saudi Arabia
Amnesty International has warned of the imminent execution of 12 Shia prisoners in Saudi Arabia, who were sentenced for allegedly spying for Iran during mass…
The Execution of Baqir al-Nimr and the Murder of Khashoggi
The article discusses the contrasting fates of Jamal Khashoggi and Sheikh Nimr Baqir al-Nimr, highlighting how Khashoggi's murder has led to international condemnation of Saudi…
Thousands Demonstrate in Iran Against Saudi Arabia Ahead of Hajj Ceremony
Thousands protested in Iran against Saudi Arabia as Iranian pilgrims are absent from this year's Hajj due to escalating tensions. The demonstrations reflect ongoing animosity…
Turkey's Protest Against Iranian Media Reports on Erdogan's Visit to Saudi Arabia
Turkey has summoned the Iranian ambassador in response to Iranian media linking President Erdogan's recent visit to Saudi Arabia with the execution of Sheikh Nimr.…
Turkey: We Do Not Support the Execution of Sheikh Nimr
Turkey's government spokesperson condemned the execution of Sheikh Nimr in Saudi Arabia, emphasizing their opposition to the death penalty, especially in politically motivated cases. The…
One person killed in shooting at police in Sheikh Nimr village
A man was killed in a shooting at police in Awamiya, Saudi Arabia, following protests triggered by the execution of Shia cleric Sheikh Nimr. This…
A Lesson That the Self-Directed Do Not Learn
The article discusses the Iranian government's reaction to the execution of Sheikh Nimr by Saudi Arabia, highlighting public outrage that led to an attack on…
Hassan Rouhani: The Attack by Extremists on the Saudi Embassy is an Insult to the Regime
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani condemned the execution of Shia cleric Sheikh Nimr and the subsequent attacks on Saudi diplomatic missions in Iran, labeling them unjustifiable…
Khamenei: The Hand of Divine Revenge Will Grasp Saudi Officials
Ayatollah Khamenei condemned the execution of Sheikh Nimr al-Nimr in Saudi Arabia, threatening divine revenge against Saudi officials. This incident has escalated tensions between Iran…
US Expresses Concern Over Consequences of Sheikh Nimr's Execution in Saudi Arabia
The US expressed concern over the execution of Sheikh Nimr, a prominent Shia cleric in Saudi Arabia, warning it could escalate sectarian tensions in the…
Attack by 'Self-Directed Individuals' on Saudi Embassy in Tehran
Following the execution of Sheikh Nimr in Saudi Arabia, protests erupted in Tehran and Mashhad, leading to attacks on the Saudi embassy and consulate. The…
Execution of Sheikh Nimr; Warning from the IRGC, Protest Note from Saudi Arabia
The execution of Sheikh Nimr, a prominent Shia cleric in Saudi Arabia, has led to strong reactions from Iran, including threats of revenge from the…
Sheikh Nimr, Critic Shia Cleric, Executed in Saudi Arabia
Sheikh Nimr Baqir al-Nimr, a prominent Shia cleric in Saudi Arabia, was executed along with 46 others, accused of terrorism and links to Al-Qaeda. This…