The story in one minute
Where this storyline stands
Rushdie, 79, had faced threats on his life since the 1988 publication of his novel The Satanic Verses.
2 verified chapters— connected countries15 tracked subjects
From beginning to now
Complete chronological journey
Every chapter below is ordered by its exact event time, from the earliest connected report to the newest development.
- 01
How it started01 — How it startedHadi Matar convicted in US terrorism trial over Salman Rushdie stabbing
What happened
The man who stabbed and partially blinded author Salman Rushdie at a speaking engagement in 2022 was found guilty on Wednesday of federal terrorism charges for the attack, which prosecutors said was incited by death threats over Rushdie’s novel The Satanic Ver Hadi Matar convicted in US terrorism trial over Salman Rushdie stabbing
Why it matters
The development may affect public safety, diplomacy, policy and people living in the region. Early claims can change quickly, so verified updates and clear attribution are essential.
- 02Latest development02 — Latest development
Convicted assailant of author Salman Rushdie found guilty of federal terrorism charges
What happened
Rushdie, 79, had faced threats on his life since the 1988 publication of his novel The Satanic Verses. Convicted assailant of author Salman Rushdie found guilty of federal terrorism charges
Why it matters
The development may affect public safety, diplomacy, policy and people living in the region. Early claims can change quickly, so verified updates and clear attribution are essential.