“The EU took note of the November 15 statement of the authorities of Saudi Arabia about the latest developments in their investigation, but it remains necessary to clearly clarify the circumstances of this terrible crime, as well as to ensure that those responsible are brought to justice,” Mogherini said in a statement.
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At the same time, the head of European diplomacy noted that “counteracting the death penalty in all cases and under any circumstances is the long-standing position of the European Union.”
Earlier, the Saudi Attorney General said that the order to kill Hashukji was given by the head of the group set up to return the journalist to Saudi Arabia.
He requested the death penalty for five suspects.
The journalist was killed during the conflict in the territory of the consulate general in Istanbul.