Nov 26, 2015 sheikh nimr is a shia sheikh and a critic of the saudi arabian government who was sentenced to death in 2014 for his role in the 2011 uprising. Jan 02, 2016 the distinctive image of the prominent shia cleric sheikh nimr alnimr with his turban and grey beard has decorated placards in saudi arabias eastern province of qatif since his arrest in 2012. Riyadh has stoked the sectarian fires at the start of 2016 with its decision, and carrying out, of the executions of sheikh nimr alnimr and various members of the shiite community. I would say that the decision to execute sheikh nimr was a mix of a play for power, political immat. The worlds most misunderstood martyr foreign policy. Jan 02, 2016 on january 1 the saudi regime executed 47 people including sheikh nimr al nimr. Saudi ayatollah shiekh nimr alnimr dares saudi regime. Jan 02, 2016 a kashmiri shiite muslim man shouts slogans against the execution of sheikh nimr al nimr, during a protest in srinagar, kashmir in india photo. The kingdoms execution of sheikh nimr alnimr, who was highly critical of the saudi government, marks a turning point in saudiiranian relations. Sheik nimr alnimr, a figurehead of the shia minority protests that have rumbled in saudi arabia since 2011, was sentenced to death on wednesday, his brother announced on twitter. Sheikh nimr alnimr and the forgotten shiites of saudi arabia.
He was one of the best known shia clerics in saudi arabia. Boustan street in tehran was renamed nimr baqir alnimr street soon after the execution. Capture ecran page facebook freesheikhnimrbaqiralnimr dun cliche non date dali nimr, condamne a mort en arabie saoudite. For those still getting uptospeed with the story, this announcement comes amidst a longwaged campaign against nimrs imprisonment. In october 2015 saudi arabias supreme court rejected. Saudi shia leader sentenced to death for role in antigovt. Alnimr was a central figure in protests that erupted in 2011 as part of the arab spring, and his execution may spark new unrest among the oil powerhouses shiite minority.
This shows us how respected sheikh alnimr is for his human rights and moral stances against injustice. Deploring the execution of sheikh alnimr and any other individual who had. Find nimr al nimr news headlines, photos, videos, comments, blog posts and opinion at the indian express. They had all been arrested for participating in protests in the kingdoms predominantly shia eastern province in 2011, and for calling for political reform. Quran 36 ya seen arabic to english audio translation and transliteration by meshari al afassi h. Who was nimr alnimr, the shiite sheikh executed by saudi. Boustan street in tehran was renamed nimr baqir al nimr street soon after the execution. As a religious scholar, reformist and human rights activist, sheikh nimr repeatedly called for an end to corruption and discrimination against minorities. Lexecution du predicateur chiite alnimr attise les tensions confessionnelles au moyenorient.
A kashmiri shiite muslim man shouts slogans against the execution of sheikh nimr alnimr, during a protest in srinagar, kashmir in india photo. Sheikh nimr alnimr had been a vocal critic of the saudi arabian government and was among seven activists whose death sentences were upheld earlier this year. All the latest breaking news on sheikh nimr alnimr. Shia cleric was a thorn in saudi regimes side this article is more than 4 years old nimr, whose execution has sparked condemnation across the middle east, was a vocal backer. Ali alnimrs crucifixion sentence in saudi arabia sparks. Apparently his young nephew, ali mohammad al nimr, was not executed.
Nimr baqir al nimr, who grew up in poverty in saudi arabias eastern province, was by the time of his death a hero among young shia muslims, both men and women, who demonstrated in their thousands. Nimr baqir alnimr, who grew up in poverty in saudi arabias eastern province, was. Ali alnimrs crucifixion sentence in saudi arabia sparks outcry. Born in alawamiyah, in the alqatif region of saudi arabia, alnimr, who had the title of sheikh, and the. More troubling yet, the islamic state could actually understand saudi arabias move against al nimr, as a nod of approval towards its own religious cleansing. Jan 02, 2016 prominent shia cleric sheikh nimr al nimr is among 47 people executed for terrorism offences in saudi arabia, the interior ministry says. Saudi execution of shiite cleric nimr alnimr sparks outrage. A protester holds up a picture of sheikh nimr alnimr during a rally at the coastal town of qatif, against sheikh nimrs arrest july 8, 2012. Sheikh nimr is a shia sheikh and a critic of the saudi arabian government who was sentenced to death in 2014 for his role in the 2011 uprising. The family of sheikh alnimr, local activists, and community members have expressed their grave concern that sheikh alnimrs execution may cause upheaval in saudi arabias eastern province, whose shia residents have suffered economic and political marginalization for decades. Jan 14, 2016 to really understand and get an insight into why sheikh nimr was executed you have to look at the bigger picture of saudi arabias position today. I have little doubt that your blood, like mine, is boiling at the terrible news we received this morning.
The shia in saudi arabia the sword unsheathed middle east. In july 2012, he was arrested by saudi police and shot in the leg. Our mission is to tell story of peaceful human rights defender sheikh nimr who was executed by saudi on 2 jan. On tuesday 3 july 2018, at the 38th session of united nations human rights council and during the item 9 general debate on the durban declaration and programme of action, adhrbs advocacy associate called attention to saudi arabias continued discrimination against its shia community, in particular through its use of. Sheikh fazle abbas datoo, imam of al mahdi centre, wessex jamaat. To really understand and get an insight into why sheikh nimr was executed you have to look at the bigger picture of saudi arabias position today. Dozens of shia muslims march in the village of al awamiyah, saudi arabia, in protest over the execution of shia cleric sheikh nimr alnimr. Saudi arabia announced the execution of sheikh nimr alnimr on saturday along with 46 others, including three other shiite dissidents and a number of alqaida militants. The shia in saudi arabia the sword unsheathed middle. Sheikh nimr al nimr and the forgotten shiites of saudi arabia the cleric executed this weekend hailed from a littleknown, impoverished community in the most famous sunni kingdom in the world. Jan 04, 2016 the kingdoms execution of sheikh nimr al nimr, who was highly critical of the saudi government, marks a turning point in saudiiranian relations and has sent shock waves through the region.
Sheikh al nimr sentencing could further drive a wedge in the region at a time when sectarian tensions have reached a dangerous intensity, thus promoting instability and dissidence. Apparently his young nephew, ali mohammad alnimr, was not executed. Amnesty called sheikh alnimrs trial deeply flawed and said it was part of a campaign by the authorities in saudi arabia to crush all dissent, including those defending the rights of the. Nimrs brother, mohammed alnimr, said that the prodemocracy movement in saudi arabia would only be strengthened after this execution. His uncle, the shiite cleric sheikh nimr al nimr, was considered the spiritual leader of the movement. Sheikh nimr baqir alnimr 31 october 2014, index number.
The cycle of reactions to riyadhs execution of prominent shiite cleric nimr alnimr on january 2 is a reminder of how the saudis, and their iranian rivals, have viewed and used sectarianism. Qui etait le cheikh alnimr, execute par larabie saoudite. The worlds most misunderstood martyr the execution of nimr alnimr has brought the middle east to a boiling point. Shia cleric was a thorn in saudi regimes side this article is more than 4 years old nimr, whose execution has sparked condemnation across.
Jan 04, 2016 riyadh has stoked the sectarian fires at the start of 2016 with its decision, and carrying out, of the executions of sheikh nimr al nimr and various members of the shiite community. The facebook page of sheikh al nimr supporters says the body of al nimr was not returned to the family and was buried by saudi authorities. Jan 05, 2016 sheikh nimr al nimr and the forgotten shiites of saudi arabia the cleric executed this weekend hailed from a littleknown, impoverished community in the most famous sunni kingdom in the world. Shia cleric among 47 executed by saudi arabia in a single. Browse the independents complete collection of articles and commentary on sheikh nimr alnimr. Sheikh nimr al nimr, a prominent cleric executed in saudi arabia, was a vocal critic of the kingdoms ruling family and an outspoken supporter of countrys marginalised shiite minority. He was arrested in february 2012, sentenced to death in may 2014, and as of 23 september 2015, awaited ratification of his sentence by king salman of saudi arabia, to be carried. His conviction must be quashed and he should be released immediately. Sheikh nimr alnimr, a prominent cleric executed in saudi arabia, was a vocal critic of the kingdoms ruling family. The police are everywhere and have dispersed the demonstrators, some of whom.
Sheikh nimr alnimr and the forgotten shiites of saudi. Why did the saudi government execute shia cleric sheikh nimr. Mde 230282014 prominent saudi arabian shia muslim cleric sheikh nimr alnimr has been sentenced to death on vague charges and after a deeply flawed trial. All in all, 47 were dispatched in a saudi orgy of statesanctioned violence, most of whom were al. The cleric executed this weekend hailed from a littleknown, impoverished community in the most famous sunni kingdom in the world. Jan 02, 2016 dozens of shia muslims march in the village of al awamiyah, saudi arabia, in protest over the execution of shia cleric sheikh nimr alnimr. The distinctive image of the prominent shia cleric sheikh nimr alnimr with his turban and grey beard has decorated placards in saudi arabias eastern province of qatif since his arrest in 2012. To saudi officials, he was a revolutionary with ties to their archrival, iran. Prominent shia cleric sheikh nimr al nimr is among 47 people executed for terrorism offences in saudi arabia, the interior ministry says.
Jan 18, 2016 mohammed al nimr, the son of shia cleric sheikh nimr al nimr, executed in saudi arabia in the beginning of the year, has told rt how his father fought for the rights of all the people while having been allegedly tortured after his arrest by riyadh. Sheikh nimr alnimr and the forgotten shiites of saudi arabia the cleric executed this weekend hailed from a littleknown, impoverished community in. Sheikh nimr al nimr, a prominent cleric executed in saudi arabia, was a vocal critic of the kingdoms ruling family. Commonly referred to as sheikh nimr, was a shia sheikh in alawamiyah in saudi arabias eastern province whose arrest and execution created diplomatic tension between shia and sunni governments. Ayatollah sheikh nimr baqir alnimr, commonly referred to as sheikh nimr, was a shia sheikh in alawamiyah in saudi arabias eastern province whose arrest. Nimr baqr alnimr, aussi appele cheikh nimr en arabe. Saudi ayatollah shiekh nimr alnimr dares saudi regime youtube. Nimr s brother, mohammed al nimr, said that the prodemocracy movement in saudi arabia would only be strengthened after this execution. On january 1 the saudi regime executed 47 people including sheikh nimr alnimr. Riyadh has stoked the sectarian fires at the start of 2016 with its decision, and carrying out, of the executions of sheikh nimr al nimr and various members of the shiite community.
Mohammed alnimr, the son of shia cleric sheikh nimr alnimr, executed in saudi arabia in the beginning of the year, has told rt how his father fought for the rights of all the people while having been allegedly tortured after his arrest by riyadh. Nimr al nimr latest breaking news, pictures, photos and video news. Mohammed alnimr said his brother was found guilty by a riyadh court of encouraging foreign meddling from iran, and disobeying the government with armed resistance. They had all been arrested for participating in protests in the kingdoms predominantly shia eastern province in. Organized to help save ali mohammed al nimr, a teenager sentenced to crucifixion for speech. Sheikh nimr alnimr archives americans for democracy. A day before sheikh nimr alnimr was beheaded on new years day 2016, a saudibased twitter account with more than 2. Jan 02, 2016 saudi arabias execution of prominent shia cleric sheikh nimr al nimr sparks anger and protests, with chief rival iran leading vehement condemnation. All in all, 47 were dispatched in a saudi orgy of statesanctioned violence, most of whom were al qaeda members and associates. Jan 08, 2016 the cycle of reactions to riyadhs execution of prominent shiite cleric nimr alnimr on january 2 is a reminder of how the saudis, and their iranian rivals, have viewed and used sectarianism. The execution of sheikh nimr baqir alnimr, a bastion of freedom in the face of oppression in the kingdom of saudi arabia, renders me angry and terribly sad.
Saudi execution of shiite cleric nimr alnimr sparks. Having been imprisoned for nearly two years, sheikh nimr was sentenced to death in october, 2014 after a deeply flawed trial. Nimr baqir al nimr, commonly referred to as sheikh nimr, was a shia sheikh in alawamiyah in saudi arabias eastern province whose arbitrary arrest and execution was widely condemned, including by. Prominent shia cleric sheikh nimr alnimr is among 47 people executed for terrorism offences in saudi arabia, the interior ministry says. Sheikh nimr alnimr, a prominent cleric executed in saudi arabia, was a vocal critic of the kingdoms ruling family and an outspoken supporter of countrys marginalised shiite minority. The execution of sheikh nimr baqir alnimr, a bastion of freedom in the face of oppression in the kingdom of saudi arabia, renders me angry and terribly sad for those still getting uptospeed with the story, this announcement comes amidst a longwaged campaign against nimrs imprisonment. Saudi arabia of 47 people, including the cleric sheikh nimr baqir alnimr, and called. Saudi arabia alnimr death sentence business insider. Why did the saudi government execute shia cleric sheikh. Sheikh nimr alnimr and the forgotten shiites of saudi arabia the. Video of reverend frank gelli, at the london vigil today where he refers to sheikh alnimr as a fellow clergyman. Sheikh nimrs execution was announced by the saudi interior ministry which also said 46 other convicts were put to death for terrorism. Sheik alnimr and a number of the other prisoners executed had been.