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HRF Commends Release of Jamal Khashoggi Murder Report; MBS Must Be Held Accountable

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Friday, February 26, 2021
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NEW YORK, Feb. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Human Rights Foundation (HRF) commends the Biden Administration's release of a declassified intelligence report on the murder of Saudi journalist and Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi.

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Human Rights Foundation (HRF) commends the Biden Administration's release of a declassified intelligence report on the murder of Saudi journalist and Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi.
  • "We expect nothing less than justice for Jamal Khashoggi and all of Saudi Arabia's brave dissidents," said HRF President Thor Halvorssen.
  • "The murder of Jamal Khashoggi is a chilling illustration of the destruction that can result when extreme power goes unchecked," said HRF President Thor Halvorssen.
  • TAKE ACTION and SIGN THE PETITION to join the global campaign to demand justice for the murder of Jamal Khashoggi.

BREAKING: DAWN, CAIR and Code Pink to Respond to Release of U.S. Intelligence Report on Murder of Washington Post Journalist Jamal Khashoggi

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Friday, February 26, 2021
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That report states:"We assess that Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Muhammad bin Salman approved an operation in Istanbul, Turkey to capture or kill Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi."

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  • That report states:"We assess that Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Muhammad bin Salman approved an operation in Istanbul, Turkey to capture or kill Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi."
  • WHAT: Press Conference Responding to Release of U.S. Intelligence Report on Murder of Washington Post Journalist Jamal Khashoggi
    CONTACT:CAIR Director of Government Affairs Department Robert S. McCaw, 202-999-8292, [email protected]
    News Conference participants will also react to reports that the United States will this afternoon announce actions taken in response to Khashoggi's murder.
  • Khashoggi, a critic of the Saudi Arabia government's human rights abuses and restrictions on political freedom under Crown Prince Mohamed Bin Salman, wrote columns for The Washington Post.
  • CONTACT:CAIR Director of Government Affairs Department Robert S. McCaw, 202-999-8292, [email protected] ; CAIR National Communications Director Ibrahim Hooper, 202-744-7726, [email protected]

National Press Club to hold moment of silence on Oct. 2 to mark the second anniversary of the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi

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Tuesday, September 29, 2020
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Press Club will hold a moment of silence in observance of the second anniversary of the murder of Saudi journalist and Washington Post Global Opinions contributing columnist Jamal Khashoggi on Friday, October 2 at 2:00 p.m.

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  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Press Club will hold a moment of silence in observance of the second anniversary of the murder of Saudi journalist and Washington Post Global Opinions contributing columnist Jamal Khashoggi on Friday, October 2 at 2:00 p.m.
  • National Press Club President Michael Freedman will lead fellow Club members, staff and other journalists in a moment of silence at 2:00 p.m. in the Club's lobby, followed by brief remarks.
  • Founded in 1908, the National Press Club is The World's Leading Professional Organization for Journalists with more than 3,000 members.
  • PRESS CONTACT: Lindsay Underwood for the National Press Club; [email protected] , (202) 662-7561
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Highlights - Statement by DROI Chair on the UN report on Jamal Khashoggi’s assassination - Subcommittee on Human Rights

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Monday, July 1, 2019
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As the report points out, there is ample evidence that Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi has been a victim of a deliberate and premeditated execution for which the State of Saudi Arabia is responsible.

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  • As the report points out, there is ample evidence that Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi has been a victim of a deliberate and premeditated execution for which the State of Saudi Arabia is responsible.
  • Preventing the killings of other journalists and human rights defenders worldwide requires strong steps to be taken by the international community to address accountability and end impunity.
  • This must be a joint objective, which can be attained only on the basis of a common endeavour."
  • The Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi, 59, was killed when he entered the Saudi consulate in Istanbul on 2 October last year.

Publications - Statement by DROI Chair on the UN report on Jamal Khashoggi’s assassination - Subcommittee on Human Rights

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Monday, July 1, 2019
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Following the recent release of the UN Special Rapporteur on extrajudicial, summary and arbitrary killings' report, Antonio Panzeri, Chair of the Subcommittee on Human Rights, stated:

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  • Following the recent release of the UN Special Rapporteur on extrajudicial, summary and arbitrary killings' report, Antonio Panzeri, Chair of the Subcommittee on Human Rights, stated:
    "Ms Agnes Callamard's report is an important step forward in the struggle against impunity in Saudi Arabia.
  • As the report points out, there is ample evidence that Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi has been a victim of a deliberate and premeditated execution for which the State of Saudi Arabia is responsible.
  • I welcome UN Special Rapporteur Callamard's findings over the killing of Mr. Khashoggi and her strong call in favour of an international follow-up criminal investigation into the case.

Highlights - Press point: human rights situation in the Arab Peninsula - Subcommittee on Human Rights

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Friday, February 15, 2019
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EP Subcommittee on Human Rights Chair, Pier Antonio Panzeri, and the fiance of the murdered Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi, Hatice Cengiz, will hold a press point on Tuesday at 12.30.

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EP Subcommittee on Human Rights Chair, Pier Antonio Panzeri, and the fiance of the murdered Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi, Hatice Cengiz, will hold a press point on Tuesday at 12.30.

National Press Club: Unexpected Washington Post Super Bowl Ad Is Right Message

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Monday, February 4, 2019
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The following statement was issued today by Alison Kodjak, 112th President of the National Press Club, on the Washington Post Super Bowl Ad.

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  • WASHINGTON, Feb. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The following statement was issued today by Alison Kodjak, 112th President of the National Press Club, on the Washington Post Super Bowl Ad.
  • We think it is just the right message at just the right time and we applaud the Washington Post and their leadership in speaking up for press freedom before an audience of 100 million.
  • "The journalists to be honored in the ad include several National Press Club Press Freedom honorees: Marie Colvin, Jamal Khashoggi, Jason Rezaian and Austin Tice.
  • The National Press Club and the National Press Club Journalism Institute -- along with our coalition partners will work to raise money and awareness through Night Out For Austin Tice.

Resonance Consultancy withdraws from all Saudi projects after confirmation of journalist Jamal Khashoggi murder

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Tuesday, October 23, 2018
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NEW YORK, Oct. 23, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Resonance Consultancy , a leading global advisor in real estate, tourism and economic development, is withdrawing its service offerings from all government projects in Saudi Arabia, effective immediately.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 23, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Resonance Consultancy , a leading global advisor in real estate, tourism and economic development, is withdrawing its service offerings from all government projects in Saudi Arabia, effective immediately.
  • The decision comes in light of the Saudi government's admission this past Friday to the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi in the Saudi Consulate in Istanbul.
  • Recognized globally for its World's Best Cities rankings, Resonance works with cities, developers, planners, and government agencies to create inclusive and sustainable development strategies.
  • Resonance has completed more than 100 visioning, strategy, planning, and policy projects in more than 70 countries.

National Press Club To Hold Moment Of Silence For Jamal Khashoggi Monday

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Saturday, October 20, 2018
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 20, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Press Club will hold a moment of silence for Washington Post Contributor Jamal Khashoggi on Monday, Oct. 22 at about 1:15p.m.

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  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 20, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Press Club will hold a moment of silence for Washington Post Contributor Jamal Khashoggi on Monday, Oct. 22 at about 1:15p.m.
  • The Press Club is located at 529 14th Street NW on the 13th floor.
  • The National Press Club, founded in 1908, is the World's Leading Professional Organization for Journalists and has 3,100 members.
  • Through the activities and programs of the National Press Club Journalism Institute, a 501c-3, the Club fights for a free press worldwide.

Official Source in Saudi Foreign Ministry: Kingdom's Efforts and Measures Taken Reflect Seeking Justice and Accountability

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Saturday, October 20, 2018
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These measures reflect the leadership's commitment to the security and wellbeing of all Saudi citizens.

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  • These measures reflect the leadership's commitment to the security and wellbeing of all Saudi citizens.
  • It also reflects the determination of the leadership to hold those directly responsible accountable, and to insure tragic errors like this never happen again byincludingcorrective measures.
  • The source added that the Kingdom's government appreciates the distinguished cooperation of the Republic of Turkey under the leadership of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan whose efforts and cooperation importantly contributed to the investigation into the killing of Saudi citizen Jamal Khashoggi.
  • The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia also appreciates the wise positions of countries that preferred to wait on investigation procedures and evidence; avoiding unfounded speculations and allegations.