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Salman Rushdie: Reflecting on Survival and Resilience Two Years After a Fateful Knife Attack

In a candid interview two years after the shocking knife attack, Salman Rushdie opened up about the traumatic incident that occurred in his life. The author, who was the target of an assassination attempt, shared his immediate instinct to survive following the attack. As the assailant lunged at him with a knife, Rushdie felt an overwhelming sense of fear and vulnerability. His first thought was to protect himself and his life. He recalled the adrenaline rushing through his body, which enabled him to react quickly and instinctively. In the heat of the moment, Rushdie's primary focus was to escape the dangerous situation and ensure his safety. He explained that he relied on his intuition and experience to assess the threat and devise a plan to counter it. His years of living under constant threats due to his outspoken views had prepared him, to some extent, for this horrifying experience. The attack left Rushdie with severe injuries, both physical and emotional. However, his resilien...