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Will international human rights organizations officially sanction or condemn Saudi Arabia for executions by March 2025?
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Statements from major human rights organizations such as Amnesty International or Human Rights Watch
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Saudi Arabia's Executions Surge Past 300 in 2024 Under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Four Executed
Dec 3, 2024, 12:19 PM
In 2024, Saudi Arabia has seen a record number of executions, surpassing 300, according to updated counts from the Saudi Ministry of Interior and reports from AFP. The surge in executions has been characterized as occurring at 'rocket speed' under the leadership of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Recent announcements indicated that four individuals were executed for common law offenses, contributing to the rising total. This increase in capital punishment coincides with the country's intensified efforts in its 'war on drugs,' which has drawn international scrutiny and criticism.
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Iran • 25%
Iran and Western countries • 25%
Iran and both Middle Eastern and Western countries • 25%
Iran only • 25%
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United States • 25%
European Union • 25%
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Formal condemnations • 25%
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United Nations • 25%
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United States • 25%
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Call for sanctions • 25%