Execution of Shia cleric sparks international outrage – as it happened

Thanks for joining me today. I’m signing off now so here’s a quick round-up of the days events:

• Saudi Arabia announced it had executed 47 people for terrorism, including the prominent Shia cleric Sheikh Nimr al-Nimr.
• Iranian government and religious leaders say killing of Sheikh Nimr al-Nimr will have serious repercussions.
• The Shia cleric’s brother calls for calm.
• Protests in Bahrain turn violent and tear gas is used on those demonstrating.
• Protests break out in Shia areas of Saudi Arabia, Indian-controlled Kashmir and Pakistan while a prominent Iraqi cleric calls for demonstrations in Gulf countries.
• Reprieve, Human Rights Watch and various other campaign groups condemn the executions.
• Fresh concerns are raised for Nimr’s nephew, Ali Mohammed al-Nimr, despite his name not appearing on the executed list.