In wake of death of Saudi King, Scottish humanists call for Raif Badawi to be released Humanist Society Scotland • January 2015 Following the news that King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz of Saudi Arabia has died, Humanist Society Scotland acting chief executive Ian Scott has called for blogger Raif Badawi to be released. The death of King Abdullah was announced late on Thursday night, with King Abdullah’s half brother, King Salman, ascending the throne. Commenting, Scott said: “In light of this news, we call upon the international community to put pressure on King Salman to overturn the outrageous conviction of Raif Badawi. “These developments offer a chance for Saudi Arabia to pause and reflect on this recent infringement of human rights and free speech. The reaction of the new King Salman will be a key indicator to the international community, and we urge him to act responsibly. “The treatment of Badawi by officials in Saudi Arabia has been woeful. They have an opportunity here to demonstrate to the world that they can change – we urge them to take it, and to release Raif.” _____ Further information: what-we-do/news/humanists-give-very-cautious-welcome-to-raif-badawi-case-review/ http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-30945324 Share on: FacebookTwitterLinkedInPinterestEmail ×
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