The Saudi Ministry of Interior announced in an official statement the execution of three Saudi citizens in the Qassim region, after they were found guilty of committing serious terrorist crimes that threatened the Kingdom's security and stability. These crimes included joining foreign terrorist organizations, manufacturing explosives, and financing terrorist operations, reflecting the firm security measures the state takes against anything that threatens social peace.
Details of the crimes and the names announced
According to the Ministry's statement, the sentences were carried out against Rayan bin Yousef bin Ibrahim Al-Dubaikhi , Mohammed bin Suleiman bin Mohammed Al-Thuwaini , and Abdulrahman bin Ibrahim bin Ahmed Al-Ayiri . Security investigations revealed their involvement in an organized criminal network, where they joined a terrorist organization abroad, possessed weapons and live ammunition, and manufactured explosives with the intent to use them in acts of sabotage. The charges also included financing terrorism, harboring and concealing wanted individuals, which constitutes high treason and a direct threat to the lives of innocent civilians.
The judicial process and effective justice
The execution of this sentence is the culmination of a long and transparent legal process that guaranteed the defendants all their legitimate and legal rights. After the security authorities apprehended the perpetrators, they were charged and referred to the Specialized Criminal Court, the body responsible for handling terrorism and state security cases. The court reviewed the evidence and issued a preliminary ruling sentencing them to death by way of discretionary punishment (ta'zir) due to the gravity of their crimes and their corruption on earth.
To ensure the accuracy of the rulings, the verdict was appealed and then upheld by the Supreme Court, after which a royal decree was issued to enforce the legally mandated punishment. This procedural sequence reflects the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's commitment to the precise application of Islamic law and ensuring that the punishment is proportionate to the crime committed, particularly in cases affecting national security.
The Kingdom's strategy in combating terrorism
This measure is part of a comprehensive strategy adopted by the Kingdom to eradicate terrorism and cut off its funding sources. Through these statements, the Ministry of Interior affirms that security is a red line that cannot be crossed, and that the state will not hesitate to deter anyone who dares to tamper with the nation's resources or join organizations seeking to destabilize regional and international security. The Kingdom is a key international partner in the global war on terror, and its security and intelligence efforts contribute to protecting the region from the schemes of extremist organizations.
The Ministry of Interior concluded its statement by emphasizing that the implementation of Sharia rulings is a clear message to anyone who tries to disrupt security, stressing that Sharia punishment will be the fate of anyone who threatens the security of citizens and residents on the soil of this pure country.
