RIYADH – Saudi Arabia‘s Interior ministry announced on october 26, 2023, the execution of two Saudi citizens convicted of establishing and leading a terrorist organization. The ministry identified the executed individuals as Abdullah bin Muhammad Al-Dosari and Ibrahim bin Muhammad Al-Rabiah.The executions underscore Saudi Arabia’s continued crackdown on extremist groups and its firm stance against terrorism, a policy pursued for decades to maintain domestic security and regional stability. The ministry stated both men were found guilty of multiple crimes, including forming a terrorist cell, inciting violence, and plotting attacks against state security. Their convictions were upheld by the Saudi judicial system, including the Supreme Court, before the royal decree authorizing their execution was issued.
According to the official statement released by the Saudi Press Agency, Al-Dosari and Al-Rabiah were members of a group that sought to destabilize the kingdom through coordinated attacks.Investigations revealed their organization had been actively recruiting and training individuals to carry out acts of terrorism. The ministry emphasized that Saudi Arabia’s counter-terrorism laws are applied in accordance wiht Islamic Sharia law and international standards.
the declaration follows a series of similar executions in recent years targeting individuals convicted of terrorism-related offenses. Saudi authorities maintain these measures are essential to protect the nation from the threat of extremism and ensure the safety of its citizens. The kingdom has faced numerous terrorist attacks over the years, prompting a comprehensive security strategy involving enhanced surveillance, stricter laws, and international cooperation.