Saudi Arabia's Execution Surge Sparks Outrage | JQJO

Saudi Arabia executed two more people on Monday, bringing the three-day total to 17. This surge in executions, mostly for drug offenses, follows 15 executions over the weekend. The kingdom is on pace to exceed last year's record of 338 executions, with 239 already carried out this year, many involving foreign nationals convicted of drug crimes. This increase is linked to a 2023 "war on drugs," prompting criticism from human rights groups who highlight the global trend towards decriminalization and the disproportionate impact on foreigners.