Man Convicted in Terrorism Trial Over Salman Rushdie Stabbing A New York jury convicted Hadi Matar, 35, of attempted murder and assault in connection with the stabbing of author Salman Rushdie at an event in Chautauqua, New York.
The attack sparked global condemnation two years ago, with many governments and human rights groups denouncing it as an affront to freedom of expression.
Understanding the Verdict The verdict marks a significant milestone in the trial process, which began last summer.