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Kerala Nurse’s Death Sentence Deferred as Clemency Efforts and Credit Dispute Intensify

Yemeni authorities postponed her execution pending either a blood-money settlement or presidential clemency decision ahead of an August 14 hearing.

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Sheikh Abubakr Ahmad Musliyar said he convinced Yemeni scholars to help in Nimisha Priya's case to save a life. (Image: sheikhabubakrahmad(dot)com/File)
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Overview

  • The execution, originally set for July 16, was deferred by Houthi-controlled authorities and the next court date is now August 14 under Yemen’s Qisas provisions.
  • India’s Ministry of External Affairs has provided free legal aid, arranged regular consular visits and enlisted friendly governments to press for her release.
  • The family of victim Talal Abdo Mahdi has rejected all blood-money offers, insisting on enforcing the death penalty under Sharia law.
  • Grand Mufti A.P. Aboobacker Musliyar says he secured the postponement through outreach to Yemeni scholars, a role disputed by the Nimisha Priya Action Council.
  • Unverified viral claims by evangelist Dr KA Paul that her sentence was cancelled have not been confirmed by India’s MEA or Yemeni officials, fueling confusion.