51.   He received a total of seven years in prison in a case that prompted international criticism that Egypt was punishing a prominent intellectual because of his beliefs.

52.   Her comments prompted fierce criticism from many lawmakers, and soon afterward the lower house of parliament unanimously appealed to Putin to support the bid.

53.   His decision to enter the Senate has prompted strong criticism from elected pro-government legislators.

54.   His move prompted strong criticism by ranking Democrat John Dingell of Michigan and Ford CEO Jacques Nasser.

55.   Home secretaries have extended the sentences of some convicts in high-profile cases, prompting criticism that the decisions are intended to appease public opinion.

56.   However both Ronaldo and Inter have been unimpressive in pre-season matches, prompting bitter criticism by the club owner, oil industrialist Massimo Moratti.

57.   However, Israel barred him from traveling to Bethlehem for Latin Christmas Eve festivities this week, prompting worldwide criticism, including from the United States.

58.   His arrest prompted international criticism.

59.   Iranian clergymen and religious students have called for the German prosecutors to be punished for defaming their leaders, prompting harsh criticism from German government officials.

60.   Israel has stepped up the pace of demolition in recent weeks, prompting sharp criticism from the United States.