Qatar Sentences 8 Indian Navy Veterans to Death for Spying

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Qatar Sentences 8 Indian Navy Veterans to Death for Spying
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A Qatar court has sentenced eight former Indian Navy personnel to death in an alleged case of espionage. The Indians, who were working for a private firm providing training and services to Qatar's armed forces, were arrested in August 2022 and have been in solitary confinement since then. India has expressed shock at the verdict and is exploring all legal options, while also providing consular and legal assistance to the individuals. The detailed charges against them have not been made public yet, and their families have reportedly filed a mercy plea to the Emir of Qatar.

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