Saudi Arabia has long faced criticism for its use of the death penalty, which human rights organisations have condemned as disproportionate and out of step with the country’s efforts to soften its strict image and attract international tourists and investors.

Saudi Arabia has executed more than 100 foreigners this year, according to an AFP tally indicating a sharp increase which one rights group said was unprecedented.Saudi Arabia has never executed 100 foreigners in a year,

Saudi Arabia has executed over 100 foreign nationals in 2024, marking a significant increase compared to previous years, according to a tally by AFP, which a rights group described as unprecedented. The latest execution took place on Saturday in Najran,

The 101 foreigners executed so far included nationals from Pakistan, Yemen, Syria, Nigeria, Egypt, and other countries.