Saudis sentence 5 people to death for Khashoggi's killing

13 Sept 11:00 Key points summarised by AI

A Saudi Arabian court sentenced five individuals to death for the murder of Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi, while three others received 24-year prison terms for covering up the crime.
The court concluded the killing was not premeditated, a finding that drew strong international condemnation from the UN and Amnesty International, who labeled the trial a 'mockery of justice' and a 'whitewash.'
Critics, including Khashoggi's fiancée, questioned the verdict's legitimacy, highlighting the failure to investigate the chain of command and the potential involvement of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, despite his denial of prior knowledge of the operation.

Thai Army proposes sending cadets to China for military training

Yesterday 20:52 Key points summarised by AI

The Thai Army proposes sending cadets to China's Academy of Armoured Forces to strengthen military cooperation.
Discussions included exchanging military curricula, expertise, and information on cyber, space affairs, AI, and UAV technology.
Both nations plan to share knowledge and experience in combating online crime and scam networks.
China reiterated its neutral stance on the Thai-Cambodian border situation, supporting peaceful resolution efforts.