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New York Court Hears Arguments in 9/11 Lawsuit Against Saudi Arabia
The US Court of Appeals in New York has heard arguments in a long-running legal battle brought by families of 9/11 victims against the government of Saudi Arabia. The plaintiffs allege that a former Saudi government employee knowingly assisted two of the hijackers. Saudi Arabia strongly denies any involvement and maintains it is protected by sovereign immunity. The ongoing litigation hinges on the interpretation of the Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act passed by Congress in 2016.