Saudi Arabia executed two citizens, Hassan bin Mohammed bin Hassan Ghaith and Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Hassan Ghaith, on Saturday after convicting them of terrorism-related offenses.
The Ministry of Interior claimed the two had joined a terrorist organization and trained abroad in explosives to destabilize national security. The execution was carried out in the Eastern Province, following a final court ruling.
However, human rights organizations and international experts have long questioned the fairness of Saudi terrorism trials, warning such charges are often used to silence dissent—particularly among the Shia minority and political critics.
The executions come as the kingdom faces scrutiny for a sharp rise in capital punishment. Amnesty International reports over 88 executions this year, nearly double the figure from the same period in 2024. Rights groups continue to urge Saudi Arabia to halt executions and reform its criminal justice system to ensure fair trials.
