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Jamal Khashoggi - unanswered questions

Jamal Khashoggi's murder still throws up questions that need answering. Frank Gardner reflects on his encounters with the Saudi journalist.

There was an international outcry following the murder of journalist, Jamal Khashoggi, at the Saudi consulate in Istanbul last year. Saudi officials blamed rogue agents sent to persuade him to return to the kingdom. Frank Gardner reflects on his encounters with Jamal Khashoggi and the questions that still need answering.
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  • Thu 11 Jul 2019 11:00