Ten ways that Saudi Arabia violates human rights
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Saudi Arabia makes headlines hosting glittering events, securing famous footballers including Cristiano Ronaldo to play in its national league, and for innventive ideas such as the notorious ‘The Line’ city concept.
But the reality for people living in Saudi Arabia, is one where their basic human rights are ignored, their freedoms are restricted, and punishment is severe.
For example, blogger Raif Badawi was sentenced to 1,000 lashes and ten years in prison for ‘insulting Islam’ and founding an online forum for political debate. He was due to be flogged 50 times every week. In 2022, Raif was finally released, but he faces a travel ban, meaning that after not seeing his family for 12 years, he will have to wait another nine years.
Raif’s case is just the tip of the iceberg for the Gulf Kingdom’s appalling human rights record.
Here are 10 ways Saudi Arabia is violating its citizens’ human rights:
1. Executions are on the increase
Saudi Arabia executed 196 people in 2022. On 12th March...
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