Zaid Hamid sentenced for 8 years, 1200 lashes over criticizing Saudi govt

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RIYADH: Renowned Pakistani defence analyst and TV commentator Zaid Hamid has been sentenced for 8-year jail and 1200 lashes over criticizing the Saudi government.

Zaid was arrested during a private visit to the Saudi Arabia with his wife. He was taken into custody after making speeches against the Saudi government.

He was arrested two week ago. The court on Wednesday awarded him the punishment.