The discussion centers around the sentencing of Ali Al-Nimr to crucifixion in Saudi Arabia, exploring the implications of this case on human rights, international reactions, and the broader context of executions in the country. Participants express various viewpoints on the moral and political ramifications of the situation, as well as the responses from global leaders.
Participants express a range of opinions, with no clear consensus on the appropriateness of the attention given to Al-Nimr's case versus other global injustices. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the effectiveness of international intervention and the implications of the execution.
Participants reference various sources and articles to support their claims, but there is no agreement on the reliability of these sources. The discussion reflects a mix of personal opinions, emotional responses, and political analysis, with some statements remaining speculative.
This discussion may be of interest to individuals concerned with human rights, international relations, and the political dynamics of the Middle East.
This is unfair of you. Unfortunately lots of unjustified people die every day, but you cherry pick this issue and then morally reprimand us for not paying enough attention.naima said:He may die today but PF are more interested in homemade clocks or funny pictures about saudi cars for women.
New York: An international campaign calling on Saudi Arabia to halt the beheading and "crucifixion" of a young man arrested when he was still at high school is growing, but there are fears he could be killed at any time.
Greg Bernhardt said:This is unfair of you. Unfortunately lots of unjustified people die every day, but you cherry pick this issue and then morally reprimand us for not paying enough attention.
I searched and I couldn't find any quote from Obama on this. Hopefully France can persuade them.
I don't think that you get his point. You want to bring attention to the plight of someone - that's fine. Complaining about what others choose to read or post because you think that this is more important is pointless.naima said:I know that every state has its rules. But if we accept that, if we say that is cherry picking we will never be allowed to critisize children rapes or torture of prisoners by any army or any dictator
Per your sources, to prevent his "execution", which I would call cruel and unusual, but may or may not also be murder depending on whether or not a deliberate corruption of justice was done. The surface details and Saudia Arabia's history suggests justice was corrupted.Astronuc said:Apparently the looming execution of Ali Al-Nimr has sparked a global outcry to prevent his murder.
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Given that his father is Shiite, I doubt his appeal would carry too much weight.Astronuc said:I would imagine his father is in a better position to ask for clemency.
naima said:He may die today but PF are more interested in homemade clocks or funny pictures about saudi cars for women.
naima said:He may die today but PF are more interested in homemade clocks or funny pictures about saudi cars for women.
Our french president asked saudi authorities to stop that. What did Obama say or did not say?
How do you know this?naima said:Saudi Arabia beheaded more peoples that Isis.
'By contrast, ISIS has carried out 65 beheadings so far this year, according to figures compiled by the editors of Wikipedia. "