The latest developments following Saudi Arabia’s execution of 47 people, including a prominent opposition Shiite cleric who had rallied demonstrations in the kingdom (All times local). 2:25 p.m. Saudi Arabia’s top cleric has defended the execution of 47 people, calling it a “mercy to the prisoners” because it would save them from committing more evil acts and prevent chaos. Grand Mufti Sheikh Abdulaziz Al Sheikh said in a statement carried by the Saudi Press Agency that the executions […]