<p>The attack on Salman Rushdie prompted a flow of well-wishes for the critically injured author, but unfortunately, it also elicited unpleasant reactions.</p>

<p>According to Reuters, some hardline Iranian media praised Rushdie's attacker on Saturday, just a day after the incident, as the author of the novel "The Satanic Verses" was put on a ventilator.</p>

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<p>Since the Friday stabbing, Iran has not made any official comment, however, a hardline newspaper called Kayhan, whose editor-in-chief is appointed by Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, wrote: “A thousand bravos ... to the brave and dutiful person who attacked the apostate and evil Salman Rushdie in New York," adding, “The hand of the man who tore the neck of God's enemy must be kissed.”</p>

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<p>Another hardline newspaper Vatan Emrooz's headline was: “Knife in Salman Rushdie’s neck”.</p>

<p>“Satan on the way to hell”, read the headline of the Khorasan daily.</p>

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<p>The Asr Iran news site published an often-cited comment by Khamenei in which he stated that the "arrow" shot by Khomeini "will one day hit the target."</p>

<p>Previously, Rushdie had drawn threats from Iran. After the release of his novel Satanic Verses in 1988, he reportedly received death threats over passages which some Muslims claim are blasphemous.</p>

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<p>When it was first published, the book was also banned in many countries with significant Muslim populations.</p>

<p>After the Indian-born author's work was deemed blasphemous, the late Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, the supreme leader of Iran at the time, issued a fatwa, or religious decree, calling on Muslims worldwide to kill him. This eventually led Rushdie into years of hiding.</p>

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The attack on Salman Rushdie prompted a flow of well-wishes for the critically injured author, but unfortunately, it also elicited unpleasant reactions. According to Reuters, some hardline Iranian media praised Rushdie's attacker on Saturday, just a day after the incident, as the author of the novel "The Satanic Verses" was put on a ventilator.

The attack on Salman Rushdie prompted a flow of well-wishes for the critically injured author, but unfortunately, it also elicited unpleasant reactions. According to Reuters, some hardline Iranian media praised Rushdie's attacker on Saturday, just a day after the incident, as the author of the novel "The Satanic Verses" was put on a ventilator. Watch | Gravitas: Salman Rushdie stabbed in New York Since the Friday stabbing, Iran has not made any official comment, however, a hardline newspaper called Kayhan, whose editor-in-chief is appointed by Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, wrote: “A thousand bravos ... to the brave and dutiful person who attacked the apostate and evil Salman Rushdie in New York," adding, “The hand of the man who tore the neck of God's enemy must be kissed.” After yesterday's assassination attempt on #SalmanRushdie, Kayhan newspaper in #Iran (whose editor is appointed by Khamenei) published the below piece praising the attack. NUFDI has translated the chilling remarks into English in full: "A thousand hurrahs, a hundred bravos..." pic.twitter.com/YLarOYY9ps — NUFDI (@NUFDIran) August 13, 2022 × Another hardline newspaper Vatan Emrooz's headline was: “Knife in Salman Rushdie’s neck”. “Satan on the way to hell”, read the headline of the Khorasan daily. Also read | Salman Rushdie attack reactions: 'Your words are stronger than their weapons, therefore they attack you' The Asr Iran news site published an often-cited comment by Khamenei in which he stated that the "arrow" shot by Khomeini "will one day hit the target." Previously, Rushdie had drawn threats from Iran. After the release of his novel Satanic Verses in 1988, he reportedly received death threats over passages which some Muslims claim are blasphemous. Also read | Salman Rushdie on ventilator after attack, police identify man who stabbed the author When it was first published, the book was also banned in many countries with significant Muslim populations. After the Indian-born author's work was deemed blasphemous, the late Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, the supreme leader of Iran at the time, issued a fatwa, or religious decree, calling on Muslims worldwide to kill him. This eventually led Rushdie into years of hiding. (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION LIVE HERE: You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>New York police have disclosed the identity of the assailant who stabbed renowned Indian-origin author Salman Rushdie on Friday (August 12). The author of the controversial book 'Satanic Verses' was reportedly stabbed in the neck and abdomen and had to be airlifted to a hospital where he underwent surgery. Police also said they were working with federal authorities to figure out the motive.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Hadi Matar, a 24-year-old resident of Fairview, New Jersey, was named by police as the suspect.&nbsp;According to a 'The New York Post' report, citing law enforcement sources, the suspect sympathised with the Iranian government, which had called for Rushdie's death.</p>

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<p>While briefing the reporters, New York State Police Commander Eugene Staniszewski said, "We don't have any indication of a motive at this time."</p>

<p>"At this point, we're assuming he was alone," he said adding, "we're looking to make sure that that was the case."</p>

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<p>The police department went on to clarify that there was no previous knowledge about any threats&nbsp;and that the charges have still to be determined. Nothing was mentioned about the weapon. Charges against Matar would be determined by Rushdie's condition following the stabbing.</p>

<p>Salman Rushdie, 75, was being introduced to a large audience at the Chautauqua Institution for a talk on artistic freedom, when the assailant darted to the stage and lunged at him, according to eyewitnesses.</p>

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<p>Those present assisted in removing the man from Rushdie, who had collapsed to the ground. The perpetrator was apprehended by a New York State Police trooper who was providing security for the event.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per a Reuters update, Rushdie was on a ventilator and unable to talk on Friday evening following the attack.</p>

<p>"The news is not good," his book agent, Andrew Wylie, stated in an email. "Salman will likely lose one eye; the nerves in his arm were severed; and his liver was stabbed and damaged," he added.</p>

<p>There were no evident security checks at the Chautauqua Institution; instead, attendees said, that personnel just examined their passes for admittance.&nbsp;The attack has been criticised as an assault on freedom of speech and expression by writers and politicians all around the world.</p>

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New York police have disclosed the identity of the assailant who stabbed renowned Indian-origin author Salman Rushdie on Friday (August 12). The author of the controversial book 'Satanic Verses' was reportedly stabbed in the neck and abdomen and had to be airlifted to a hospital where he underwent surgery.

New York police have disclosed the identity of the assailant who stabbed renowned Indian-origin author Salman Rushdie on Friday (August 12). The author of the controversial book 'Satanic Verses' was reportedly stabbed in the neck and abdomen and had to be airlifted to a hospital where he underwent surgery. Police also said they were working with federal authorities to figure out the motive. Hadi Matar, a 24-year-old resident of Fairview, New Jersey, was named by police as the suspect. According to a 'The New York Post' report, citing law enforcement sources, the suspect sympathised with the Iranian government, which had called for Rushdie's death. Watch | Gravitas: Salman Rushdie stabbed in New York While briefing the reporters, New York State Police Commander Eugene Staniszewski said, "We don't have any indication of a motive at this time." "At this point, we're assuming he was alone," he said adding, "we're looking to make sure that that was the case." Also read | Salman Rushdie attack reactions: 'Your words are stronger than their weapons, therefore they attack you' The police department went on to clarify that there was no previous knowledge about any threats and that the charges have still to be determined. Nothing was mentioned about the weapon. Charges against Matar would be determined by Rushdie's condition following the stabbing. Salman Rushdie, 75, was being introduced to a large audience at the Chautauqua Institution for a talk on artistic freedom, when the assailant darted to the stage and lunged at him, according to eyewitnesses. Also read | Salman Rushdie stabbed: New York governor says he's alive, being treated at hospital Those present assisted in removing the man from Rushdie, who had collapsed to the ground. The perpetrator was apprehended by a New York State Police trooper who was providing security for the event. As per a Reuters update, Rushdie was on a ventilator and unable to talk on Friday evening following the attack. "The news is not good," his book agent, Andrew Wylie, stated in an email. "Salman will likely lose one eye; the nerves in his arm were severed; and his liver was stabbed and damaged," he added. There were no evident security checks at the Chautauqua Institution; instead, attendees said, that personnel just examined their passes for admittance. The attack has been criticised as an assault on freedom of speech and expression by writers and politicians all around the world. (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION LIVE HERE: You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Salman Rushdie on ventilator after attack, police identify man who stabbed the author

After 'Satanic Verses' controversy, Salman Rushdie's life in hiding & beyond

<p>Indian-born British author Salman Rushdie who was attacked at an event in New York on Friday underwent emergency surgery and may lose an eye, reports said.</p>

<p>Rushdie, 75, was stabbed in the neck and&nbsp;the abdomen at an event in Chautauqua Institution near Buffalo city. After the surgery, Rushdie was put on ventilator support and was reportedly unable to speak.</p>

<p>Rushdie's book agent Andrew Wylie said the nerves in the writer's arm were severed and his liver was damaged in stabbing. Wylie informed Rushdie "will likely lose one eye" due to the attack. A doctor in the crowd at the event had attended to Rushdie quickly as emergency services arrived on the scene even as&nbsp;people rushed to the writer's aid after the attack amid confusion.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The moderator at the event Henry Reese also suffered a minor head injury in the incident. The police are yet to find a motive for the attack. The assailant has been identified as 24-year-old Hadi Matar. Police said Matar acted alone, however, investigations are still underway.</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, French&nbsp;President Emmanuel Macron said: "Salman Rushdie has embodied freedom and the fight against obscurantism. His battle is ours, a universal one. More than ever today, we stand by his side."</p>

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<p>UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson said he was "appalled" by the stabbing. Rushdie was earlier living in the UK but had shifted to New York. However, he continued to be a target amid threats and boycotts. In 2007, Rushdie's knighthood had sparked largescale protests in Iran. Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini's successor as Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had said three years ago that the fatwa against the writer was "irrevocable."</p>

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Indian-born British author Salman Rushdie who was attacked at an event in New York on Friday underwent emergency surgery and may lose an eye, reports said. Rushdie, 75, was stabbed in the neck and the abdomen at an event in Chautauqua Institution near Buffalo city.

Indian-born British author Salman Rushdie who was attacked at an event in New York on Friday underwent emergency surgery and may lose an eye, reports said. Rushdie, 75, was stabbed in the neck and the abdomen at an event in Chautauqua Institution near Buffalo city. After the surgery, Rushdie was put on ventilator support and was reportedly unable to speak. Rushdie's book agent Andrew Wylie said the nerves in the writer's arm were severed and his liver was damaged in stabbing. Wylie informed Rushdie "will likely lose one eye" due to the attack. A doctor in the crowd at the event had attended to Rushdie quickly as emergency services arrived on the scene even as people rushed to the writer's aid after the attack amid confusion. Also Read | Salman Rushdie's attacker: Who is Hadi Matar? The moderator at the event Henry Reese also suffered a minor head injury in the incident. The police are yet to find a motive for the attack. The assailant has been identified as 24-year-old Hadi Matar. Police said Matar acted alone, however, investigations are still underway. Watch: India-born Booker Prize winner Salman Rushdie attacked in New York Meanwhile, French President Emmanuel Macron said: "Salman Rushdie has embodied freedom and the fight against obscurantism. His battle is ours, a universal one. More than ever today, we stand by his side." For 33 years, Salman Rushdie has embodied freedom and the fight against obscurantism. He has just been the victim of a cowardly attack by the forces of hatred and barbarism. His fight is our fight; it is universal. Now more than ever, we stand by his side. — Emmanuel Macron (@EmmanuelMacron) August 12, 2022 × UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson said he was "appalled" by the stabbing. Rushdie was earlier living in the UK but had shifted to New York. However, he continued to be a target amid threats and boycotts. In 2007, Rushdie's knighthood had sparked largescale protests in Iran. Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini's successor as Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had said three years ago that the fatwa against the writer was "irrevocable." (With inputs from Agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>For over 30 years, celebrated author Salman Rushdie has been covering his life ever since Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini issued a fatwa against him following the publication of his controversial book ‘The Satanic Verses’, which was found to be blasphemous by the Muslims.</p>

<p>Friday’s knife attack in New York brings back the focus on the book and what led to the death threats made against the Indian-born author.</p>

<p><strong>The Satanic Verses and controversy </strong></p>

<p>The book was published in September 1988 and immediately stoked controversy around the world and among the Muslim community.</p>

<p>Several Muslim countries immediately banned the book, which was also&nbsp;burned during demonstrations in the UK, Pakistan and elsewhere. The book is still banned in a number of countries including UAE, India, and Egypt.</p>

<p>The book is considered by many Muslims to be blasphemous as it portrayed a fictionalised version of the Prophet Mohammed and an interpretation of the Quran.</p>

<p>It has references to some Quran verses, as alleged by some scholars, that allow for prayers to be made to three pagan goddesses, contrary to Islam’s strict belief that there is only one God.</p>

<p>In the novel, Rushdie mentions the involvement of a prophet closely resembling the founder of Islam, Muhammad.</p>

<p>In that, he says that this prophet is tricked into striking a deal with Satan in which he exchanges some of his monotheistic dogmatism in favour of the three goddesses. He then realises his error.</p>

<p>Khomeini and others assert he had portrayed the prophet irreverently.</p>

<p><strong>The fatwa</strong></p>

<p>Iran’s Khomeini issued a fatwa ordering on Feb. 14, 1989, ordering Muslims to kill Rushdie.</p>

<p>According to history.com, a fatwa can only be repealed by that same scholar, and Ruhollah Khomeini died in the same year he issued the call.</p>

<p>The then Indian prime minister Rajiv Gandhi banned the import of the book in October 1988, hoping to win Muslim support ahead of elections. Some 20 countries went on to ban it.</p>

<p><strong>Attacks on translators and publishers </strong></p>

<p>‘The Satanic Verses’ has also caused trouble for those who translated the novel.</p>

<p>Ettore Capriolo, the Italian translator of the novel, was injured in a stabbing in Milan in 1991.</p>

<p>A Japanese scholar and translator of Rushdie’s novel, Hitoshi Igarashi, was stabbed to death in 1991.</p>

<p>William Nygaard, the Norwegian publisher of the book, was shot three times in Oslo in 1993, but managed to survive.</p>

<p><strong>After the fatwa</strong></p>

<p>Rushdie went into hiding for 10 years under an alias. He was living in UK at the time. He was also given 24-hour police protection by former British prime minister Margaret Thatcher’s government.</p>

<p>Rushdie gradually emerged from his underground life in 1991.</p>

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<p>By 1998, Iran’s reformist government under president Mohammad Khatami assured Britain that Iran would not implement the fatwa.</p>

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<p>But in 2015, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Khomeini’s successor, said that he still believed Rushdie was an apostate whose killing would be authorised by Islam.</p>

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For over 30 years, celebrated author Salman Rushdie has been covering his life ever since Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini issued a fatwa against him following the publication of his controversial book ‘The Satanic Verses’, which was found to be blasphemous by the Muslims.

For over 30 years, celebrated author Salman Rushdie has been covering his life ever since Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini issued a fatwa against him following the publication of his controversial book ‘The Satanic Verses’, which was found to be blasphemous by the Muslims. Friday’s knife attack in New York brings back the focus on the book and what led to the death threats made against the Indian-born author. The Satanic Verses and controversy The book was published in September 1988 and immediately stoked controversy around the world and among the Muslim community. Several Muslim countries immediately banned the book, which was also burned during demonstrations in the UK, Pakistan and elsewhere. The book is still banned in a number of countries including UAE, India, and Egypt. The book is considered by many Muslims to be blasphemous as it portrayed a fictionalised version of the Prophet Mohammed and an interpretation of the Quran. It has references to some Quran verses, as alleged by some scholars, that allow for prayers to be made to three pagan goddesses, contrary to Islam’s strict belief that there is only one God. In the novel, Rushdie mentions the involvement of a prophet closely resembling the founder of Islam, Muhammad. In that, he says that this prophet is tricked into striking a deal with Satan in which he exchanges some of his monotheistic dogmatism in favour of the three goddesses. He then realises his error. Khomeini and others assert he had portrayed the prophet irreverently. The fatwa Iran’s Khomeini issued a fatwa ordering on Feb. 14, 1989, ordering Muslims to kill Rushdie. According to history.com, a fatwa can only be repealed by that same scholar, and Ruhollah Khomeini died in the same year he issued the call. The then Indian prime minister Rajiv Gandhi banned the import of the book in October 1988, hoping to win Muslim support ahead of elections. Some 20 countries went on to ban it. Attacks on translators and publishers ‘The Satanic Verses’ has also caused trouble for those who translated the novel. Ettore Capriolo, the Italian translator of the novel, was injured in a stabbing in Milan in 1991. A Japanese scholar and translator of Rushdie’s novel, Hitoshi Igarashi, was stabbed to death in 1991. William Nygaard, the Norwegian publisher of the book, was shot three times in Oslo in 1993, but managed to survive. After the fatwa Rushdie went into hiding for 10 years under an alias. He was living in UK at the time. He was also given 24-hour police protection by former British prime minister Margaret Thatcher’s government. Rushdie gradually emerged from his underground life in 1991. Also read | Salman Rushdie on ventilator after attack, police identify man who stabbed him By 1998, Iran’s reformist government under president Mohammad Khatami assured Britain that Iran would not implement the fatwa. Also read | Salman Rushdie's attacker: Who is Hadi Matar? But in 2015, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Khomeini’s successor, said that he still believed Rushdie was an apostate whose killing would be authorised by Islam. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Why was Salman Rushdie attacked and what is the controversy surrounding ‘The Satanic Verses’?

<p>Renowned Indian-born novelist Salman Rushdie had to be rushed to the hospital, after being attacked while on stage at an event in New York.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As Rushdie was being presented to make a speech on artistic freedom at the Chautauqua Institution in western New York state, a guy allegedly charged the stage and stabbed Rushdie.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The author sustained a neck wound from a stabbing, according to eyewitness testimony and a statement from the city's police.</p>

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<p>Police said that an on-site state trooper apprehended the perpetrator and took him into custody.</p>

<p>While police provided no information regarding the suspect's name or any possible motive, the attack on Rushdie is rumoured to have been carried out by an Islamic fanatic.</p>

<p>Rushdie, who himself belongs to a Muslim family came under fire for his fourth novel, "The Satanic Verses". Reportedly, he even received death threats over passages which some Muslims claim as being blasphemous.</p>

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<p>Upon its release in 1988, the book was outlawed in many nations with sizable Muslim populations.</p>

<p>A year later, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, the supreme leader of Iran at the time, issued a fatwa, or religious decree, calling on Muslims to execute the author for blasphemy.</p>

<p>There is no information on his condition. However, New York governor Kathy Hochul has confirmed that he was alive.</p>

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<p>Taking to Twitter she hailed Rushdie as "an individual who has spent decades speaking truth to power," and said, "We condemn all violence, and we want people to be able to feel (the) freedom to speak and to write truth."</p>

<p>Ever since the news of the attack broke, there has been an outpouring of prayers for the injured author.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">I just learned that Salman Rushdie was attacked in New York. I am really shocked. I never thought it would happen. He has been living in the West, and he has been protected since 1989. If he is attacked, anyone who is critical of Islam can be attacked. I am worried.</p>
— taslima nasreen (@taslimanasreen) <a href="https://twitter.com/taslimanasreen/status/1558120454312734720?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 12, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Appalled that Sir Salman Rushdie has been stabbed while exercising a right we should never cease to defend.<br />
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Right now my thoughts are with his loved ones. We are all hoping he is okay.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Shocked and appalled to hear of the unprovoked and senseless attack on Sir Salman Rushdie. Freedom of expression is a value we hold dear and attempts to undermine it must not be tolerated. My thoughts are with Sir Salman and his family.</p>
— Priti Patel (@pritipatel) <a href="https://twitter.com/pritipatel/status/1558148270110789634?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 12, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">I hope Salman Rushdie is okay.</p>
— Stephen King (@StephenKing) <a href="https://twitter.com/StephenKing/status/1558116416301273088?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 12, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Prayers for Salman Rushdie… <a href="https://t.co/bvlP4BgUDp">https://t.co/bvlP4BgUDp</a></p>
— Marianne Williamson (@marwilliamson) <a href="https://twitter.com/marwilliamson/status/1558122815802441731?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 12, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">I'm shocked and distressed to see my friend <a href="https://twitter.com/SalmanRushdie?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SalmanRushdie</a> has been attacked before a talk. He's a good man and a brilliant one and I hope he's okay. <a href="https://t.co/URkHxLGE7o">https://t.co/URkHxLGE7o</a></p>
— Neil Gaiman (@neilhimself) <a href="https://twitter.com/neilhimself/status/1558123460722843650?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 12, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">I was there 2 weeks ago giving a talk. It's a lovely place with a fantastic, curious and welcoming community. This is shocking. I hope Salman Rushdie isn't injured and can recover and heal quickly. How disgusting. <a href="https://t.co/mBGPg0WBtH">https://t.co/mBGPg0WBtH</a></p>
— Wajahat Ali (@WajahatAli) <a href="https://twitter.com/WajahatAli/status/1558114293132021762?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 12, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">"What is freedom of expression? Without the freedom to offend, it ceases to exist."<br />
-Salman Rushdie. Holding thoughts for you today. <a href="https://t.co/eTpsGm31du">pic.twitter.com/eTpsGm31du</a></p>
— Scott Simon (@nprscottsimon) <a href="https://twitter.com/nprscottsimon/status/1558121316556935168?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 12, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">I condemn the murderous attack on writer <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SalmanRushdie?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SalmanRushdie</a> in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NewYork?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NewYork</a> . It is a dastardly and heinous attack. All right thinking people must deplore this act. I pray for his early recovery. <a href="https://twitter.com/SalmanRushdie?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SalmanRushdie</a></p>
— Rajat Sharma (@RajatSharmaLive) <a href="https://twitter.com/RajatSharmaLive/status/1558134568544190466?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 12, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Shameful, condemnable and dastardly this attack! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SalmanRushdieStabbed?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SalmanRushdieStabbed</a></p>
— Swara Bhasker (@ReallySwara) <a href="https://twitter.com/ReallySwara/status/1558136804473126913?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 12, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">The attack on <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SalmanRushdie?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SalmanRushdie</a> in New York is cowardly , disturbing &amp; disgusting . Those doing this on the name of religion are nothing short of terrorists . This violence must end ! <a href="https://t.co/eLYNvsKwku">https://t.co/eLYNvsKwku</a></p>
— Tehseen Poonawalla Official 🇮🇳 (@tehseenp) <a href="https://twitter.com/tehseenp/status/1558121715099930626?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 12, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Sar tan se juda crowd never forgets, never forgives. Unless this slogan is defined as terrorism by civilized world, no one ever will be safe. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SalmanRushdie?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SalmanRushdie</a></p>
— Sunanda Vashisht (@sunandavashisht) <a href="https://twitter.com/sunandavashisht/status/1558137726440013828?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 12, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Get well, dear Salman Rushdie! Your words are stronger than their weapons, therefore they attack you. Your words will stay and their screams and illusions will fade way one day. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/salmanrushdie?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#salmanrushdie</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Salman_Rushdie?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Salman_Rushdie</a> <a href="https://t.co/65gOnK8ksa">pic.twitter.com/65gOnK8ksa</a></p>
— Hamed Abdel-Samad (@hamed_samad) <a href="https://twitter.com/hamed_samad/status/1558138401685135360?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 12, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Attack on <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SalmanRushdie?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SalmanRushdie</a> is horrible<br />
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it’s an attack on the foundation of freedom and democracy<br />
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Such attacks need to be condemned in one voice<br />
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ideology that cause such attacks need to be curbed decisively<br />
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Praying for fast recovery of the brave Salman Rushdie</p>
— Kapil Mishra (@KapilMishra_IND) <a href="https://twitter.com/KapilMishra_IND/status/1558124500775972864?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 12, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Renowned Indian-born novelist Salman Rushdie had to be rushed to the hospital, after being attacked while on stage at an event in New York. As Rushdie was being presented to make a speech on artistic freedom at the Chautauqua Institution in western New York state, a guy allegedly charged the stage and stabbed Rushdie.

Renowned Indian-born novelist Salman Rushdie had to be rushed to the hospital, after being attacked while on stage at an event in New York. As Rushdie was being presented to make a speech on artistic freedom at the Chautauqua Institution in western New York state, a guy allegedly charged the stage and stabbed Rushdie. The author sustained a neck wound from a stabbing, according to eyewitness testimony and a statement from the city's police. Watch | Gravitas: Salman Rushdie stabbed in New York Police said that an on-site state trooper apprehended the perpetrator and took him into custody. While police provided no information regarding the suspect's name or any possible motive, the attack on Rushdie is rumoured to have been carried out by an Islamic fanatic. Rushdie, who himself belongs to a Muslim family came under fire for his fourth novel, "The Satanic Verses". Reportedly, he even received death threats over passages which some Muslims claim as being blasphemous. Also read | Salman Rushdie stabbed: New York governor says he's alive, being treated at hospital Upon its release in 1988, the book was outlawed in many nations with sizable Muslim populations. A year later, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, the supreme leader of Iran at the time, issued a fatwa, or religious decree, calling on Muslims to execute the author for blasphemy. There is no information on his condition. However, New York governor Kathy Hochul has confirmed that he was alive. Thank you to the swift response of @nyspolice & first responders following today's attack of author Salman Rushdie. Our thoughts are with Salman & his loved ones following this horrific event. I have directed State Police to further assist however needed in the investigation. — Governor Kathy Hochul (@GovKathyHochul) August 12, 2022 × Taking to Twitter she hailed Rushdie as "an individual who has spent decades speaking truth to power," and said, "We condemn all violence, and we want people to be able to feel (the) freedom to speak and to write truth." Ever since the news of the attack broke, there has been an outpouring of prayers for the injured author. I just learned that Salman Rushdie was attacked in New York. I am really shocked. I never thought it would happen. He has been living in the West, and he has been protected since 1989. If he is attacked, anyone who is critical of Islam can be attacked. I am worried. — taslima nasreen (@taslimanasreen) August 12, 2022 × Appalled that Sir Salman Rushdie has been stabbed while exercising a right we should never cease to defend. Right now my thoughts are with his loved ones. We are all hoping he is okay. — Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson) August 12, 2022 × Shocked and appalled to hear of the unprovoked and senseless attack on Sir Salman Rushdie. Freedom of expression is a value we hold dear and attempts to undermine it must not be tolerated. My thoughts are with Sir Salman and his family. — Priti Patel (@pritipatel) August 12, 2022 × I hope Salman Rushdie is okay. — Stephen King (@StephenKing) August 12, 2022 × Prayers for Salman Rushdie… https://t.co/bvlP4BgUDp — Marianne Williamson (@marwilliamson) August 12, 2022 × I'm shocked and distressed to see my friend @SalmanRushdie has been attacked before a talk. He's a good man and a brilliant one and I hope he's okay. https://t.co/URkHxLGE7o — Neil Gaiman (@neilhimself) August 12, 2022 × I was there 2 weeks ago giving a talk. It's a lovely place with a fantastic, curious and welcoming community. This is shocking. I hope Salman Rushdie isn't injured and can recover and heal quickly. How disgusting. https://t.co/mBGPg0WBtH — Wajahat Ali (@WajahatAli) August 12, 2022 × "What is freedom of expression? Without the freedom to offend, it ceases to exist." -Salman Rushdie. Holding thoughts for you today. pic.twitter.com/eTpsGm31du — Scott Simon (@nprscottsimon) August 12, 2022 × I condemn the murderous attack on writer #SalmanRushdie in #NewYork . It is a dastardly and heinous attack. All right thinking people must deplore this act. I pray for his early recovery. @SalmanRushdie — Rajat Sharma (@RajatSharmaLive) August 12, 2022 × Thoughts and prayers for #SalmanRushdie Shameful, condemnable and dastardly this attack! #SalmanRushdieStabbed — Swara Bhasker (@ReallySwara) August 12, 2022 × The attack on #SalmanRushdie in New York is cowardly , disturbing & disgusting . Those doing this on the name of religion are nothing short of terrorists . This violence must end ! https://t.co/eLYNvsKwku — Tehseen Poonawalla Official 🇮🇳 (@tehseenp) August 12, 2022 × Sar tan se juda crowd never forgets, never forgives. Unless this slogan is defined as terrorism by civilized world, no one ever will be safe. #SalmanRushdie — Sunanda Vashisht (@sunandavashisht) August 12, 2022 × Get well, dear Salman Rushdie! Your words are stronger than their weapons, therefore they attack you. Your words will stay and their screams and illusions will fade way one day. #salmanrushdie #Salman_Rushdie pic.twitter.com/65gOnK8ksa — Hamed Abdel-Samad (@hamed_samad) August 12, 2022 × Attack on #SalmanRushdie is horrible it’s an attack on the foundation of freedom and democracy Such attacks need to be condemned in one voice ideology that cause such attacks need to be curbed decisively Praying for fast recovery of the brave Salman Rushdie — Kapil Mishra (@KapilMishra_IND) August 12, 2022 × (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION LIVE HERE: You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Salman Rushdie attack reactions: 'Your words are stronger than their weapons, therefore they attack you'

<p>As writer Salman Rushdie battles for his life on ventilator support in a New York hospital, police on Friday identified the attacker as 24-year-old Hadi Matar from New Jersey.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Police said Rushdie,75, was stabbed in the neck and the abdomen. He was immediately administered emergency medical care. Rushdie was attending an event in Chautauqua Institution near Buffalo city when the attack took place. The India-born writer&nbsp;was immediately airlifted to a hospital. Health officials say the writer could lose an eye.</p>

<p><strong>Who is Hadi Matar?</strong></p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/police-identify-man-who-stabbed-salman-rushdie-suspect-has-sympathies-toward-iranian-government-506375">Also Read:&nbsp;Salman Rushdie on ventilator after attack</a></p>

<p>Reports say Matar ran onto the stage where Rushdie was seated and stabbed him repeatedly before he was subdued. Matar lives in Fairfield, New Jersey. New York police said Matar’s motive remained unclear.</p>

<p>Reports say police have begun searching Matar's residence in New Jersey with very little known about the suspect so far. Matar was taken down as members in the audience reacted to subdue him amid shock and confusion at the event. Reports claim Matar was dressed in black and was wearing a black mask.</p>

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<p>Matar is currently in police custody and hasn't been charged yet as police continue their investigation. New York Police and FBI together are investigating the case. Reports claim Hadi Matar had sympathies towards Iran and reportedly had a Facebook page with a photo of Ayatollah Khomeini who had issued a Fatwa against the writer in 1989 after the book "The Satanic Verses" was published.</p>

<p><strong>What is the controversy surrounding the Satanic Verses?</strong></p>

<p>Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Khomeini had issued a fatwa against Salman Rushdie in February 1989 after the book&nbsp;"The Satanic Verses" was published. Khomeini claimed the book insulted Islam and directed his supporters to kill the writer.</p>

<p>Khomeini had announced a $2.8-million bounty for killing Rushdie. The British government moved quickly to provide the Indian-origin writer with top-level security.</p>

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As writer Salman Rushdie battles for his life on ventilator support in a New York hospital, police on Friday identified the attacker as 24-year-old Hadi Matar from New Jersey.

As writer Salman Rushdie battles for his life on ventilator support in a New York hospital, police on Friday identified the attacker as 24-year-old Hadi Matar from New Jersey. Police said Rushdie,75, was stabbed in the neck and the abdomen. He was immediately administered emergency medical care. Rushdie was attending an event in Chautauqua Institution near Buffalo city when the attack took place. The India-born writer was immediately airlifted to a hospital. Health officials say the writer could lose an eye. Who is Hadi Matar? Also Read: Salman Rushdie on ventilator after attack Reports say Matar ran onto the stage where Rushdie was seated and stabbed him repeatedly before he was subdued. Matar lives in Fairfield, New Jersey. New York police said Matar’s motive remained unclear. Reports say police have begun searching Matar's residence in New Jersey with very little known about the suspect so far. Matar was taken down as members in the audience reacted to subdue him amid shock and confusion at the event. Reports claim Matar was dressed in black and was wearing a black mask. Watch: Salman Rushdie attacked in New York Matar is currently in police custody and hasn't been charged yet as police continue their investigation. New York Police and FBI together are investigating the case. Reports claim Hadi Matar had sympathies towards Iran and reportedly had a Facebook page with a photo of Ayatollah Khomeini who had issued a Fatwa against the writer in 1989 after the book "The Satanic Verses" was published. What is the controversy surrounding the Satanic Verses? Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Khomeini had issued a fatwa against Salman Rushdie in February 1989 after the book "The Satanic Verses" was published. Khomeini claimed the book insulted Islam and directed his supporters to kill the writer. Khomeini had announced a $2.8-million bounty for killing Rushdie. The British government moved quickly to provide the Indian-origin writer with top-level security. (With inputs from Agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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