Research Team

Abd-al-Rahman al Khalidi, is a Saudi dissident who has been seeking asylum in Bulgaria. On 5 July, he started a hunger strike to get release from detention. He has been held in detention for almost 3 years in Sofia. According to him, this hunger strike is the protest against Bulgarian authorities who violated his human […]

Nowadays, the situation in Saudi Arabia is very worrying. This nation has executed 100 people from the start of this year to 15 July. The number of executed people is confirmed after the report from the  European Saudi Organisation for Human Rights (ESOHR). It simply means that after every two days the execution occurs.  By […]

In the United Arab Emirates, people are not allowed to speak freely. They also do not have any permission to express their opinion. Anyone who does not follow this law and disagrees with the government faces severe punishment from the organizations. They are making arrests, summoning people, and sending them away, not letting them speak […]

The leader of Ireland, Simon Harris has promised to assist an Irish woman. She is in trouble with the law of the United Arab Emirates. She also tells the leader that the situation is too worrying. The leader of Ireland made this promise during the time of meeting with Mary Lou McDonald. Mary naked about […]

UAE is the nation where people have no rights to speak freely. This May a student of the New York University was deported from the UAE just because he expressed his love for the Plaestine. The student wore a traditional Palestinian black- and- white scarf in his graduation ceremony and shouted “ Free palestine!” while […]

In the Kingdom’s latest assault on creativity, despite its attempts to boost its entertainment sector, a Saudi comedy producer was allegedly sentenced to 13 years jail and a 13-year travel restriction on allegations of terrorism and spreading dissension by a Saudi court. Extremism’s grip on Saudi Arabia In an X and Youtube video, Saudi writer […]

Saudi Arabia has made an effort to change its public image recently, thanks to Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s gradual opening of the nation to foreign investors and world leaders. However, people who are familiar with the inner workings of the kingdom present a different picture, one that contradicts bin Salman’s portrayal of a “vibrant […]

Saudi Arabian authorities are still widely violating fundamental human rights both within and outside of the nation while the Council convenes to approve the Universal Periodic Review of the kingdom. The government’s persistent and historical suppression of autonomous civil society and critical voices obstructs development, and reforms are still insufficient. Saudi Arabia’s iron grip on […]

In 2022, Saudi Arabia carried out 196 executions. The greatest mass execution in recent memory took place on March 12 when 81 men were executed in a single day by the government. The nation uses the death penalty at the second-highest rate in the world. Free speech silenced by censorship and repression In both the […]

Numerous Saudi human rights advocates and defenders are still serving lengthy prison terms for opposing political and human rights reforms or criticizing the government. Saudi authorities are aggressively pursuing non-Saudi and Saudi social media users who engage in peaceful online speech, punishing them with life sentences or even the death penalty. Saudi Arabia’s crackdown on […]

On Friday, the former President of the United States Donald Trump faced a lot of criticism from human rights advocates. The reason behind this criticism was his racist and insulting comments about Palestinians and immigrants taking Black American jobs during Thursday’s debate with President Joe Biden. They also noted that very few parts of the […]

The United Arab Emirates strictly takes actions against those that oppose its policies. The government action involves arrests, summonses, and deportations. These moves are the major cause that people are not freely able to discuss their views. Furthermore, with the passage of time, these oppressive measures increase day by day. It is also alarming that […]

During a Security Council meeting on Tuesday, Sudan’s UN ambassador verbally attacked the United Arab Emirates, claiming that the Gulf state was inciting strife in his nation. The Emirati envoy categorically denied the accusation. Sudan accuses UAE of meddling The paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), headed by army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and his former […]

Now that the Saudi PIF has owned Newcastle United for well over 2.5 years, NE Bylines has been chronicling life in that Middle Eastern nation and the events that have transpired since the takeover in October 2021. Some people contend that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is a location where human rights are violated, that […]

Five Pakistani expats were put to death by the Saudi authorities for breaking into a firm and murdering a guard who was a citizen of Bangladesh.  Five Pakistanis executed in Saudi Arabia for murder According to the Saudi Interior Ministry, the prisoners, who are citizens of Pakistan, had stormed the private company, tied up two […]

Many groups criticized UAE’s State Security Apparatus(SSA)’s on its 50th anniversary. Different groups urging Emirati authorities to prevent SSA from committing serious human rights violations in the country. The organizations that opposed SSA include  MENA Rights Group, the Emirates Detainees Advocacy Center, and Human Rights Watch.  The establishment of the State Security Apparatus (SSA) was […]

It is very concerning to know that eleven Yemeni employees have been detained just because they are working for the United Nation agencies. This action is done by Houthi rebels in Yemen. No one has a clear idea about the situation. Especially as these are already facing tough situations and are under heavy financial pressure […]

Amnesty International demanded the immediate release of Fahd Ramadhan, a Dutch national who was detained by Saudi Arabian authorities since November 20, 2023, without being charged, having no legal counsel, and receiving inadequate medical care. Why Is Amnesty calling for the Yemeni-Dutch national’s release? Two days after returning from the Netherlands, where he had been […]

Saudi Arabia persists in suppressing human rights advocates, usually by cruel treatment and wrongful detention, in spite of the world’s advances towards protecting human rights. Right Livelihood and its allies alerted the Council to the harsh anti-terrorism and cybercrime legislation in the nation, which are being utilised to suppress dissent and the inalienable right to […]

At least hundreds of Ethiopian migrants and asylum seekers were killed by Saudi Arabian authorities at the Yemen-Saudi border; these killings may qualify as crimes against humanity. Authorities in Saudi Arabia have arrested human rights campaigners, public intellectuals, and nonviolent dissidents. They have also condemned people to death or decades in prison for postings they […]

Although it falls short of the minimal requirements for the eradication of human trafficking, the Saudi Arabian government is working hard to achieve this goal. Saudi Arabia stayed on Tier 2 because the government showed generally greater efforts in comparison to the previous reporting period, taking into account any potential effects of the COVID-19 outbreak […]

The Saudi royal family also had to deal with the realities of public opinion at home, since a significant number of Saudis have become increasingly critical of the regime as a result of the US military presence. As the biggest oil exporter in the world, the location of some of the most advanced military installations […]

Germany decided to stop all arms shipments to Saudi Arabia on Monday and barred 18 Saudis who are thought to have been involved in the murder of writer Jamal Khashoggi from much of Europe. The restrictions apply to every member of the passport-free Schengen area of the European Union, indicating that Germany is prepared to […]

A joint summit between the UK and Saudi Arabia was held in Riyadh with the objective of strengthening economic relations between the two nations while talks regarding a more comprehensive trade agreement between the UK and the Gulf states are still ongoing. The government stated in a statement that around 450 British businesspeople are attending […]

On Monday, Saudi Arabia issued a warning to Israel not to attack Rafah, describing it as a “bloody and systematic” operation meant to drive Palestinians from the Gaza Strip. The Saudi Foreign Ministry said in a statement that it is a clear breach of international law and human rights norms to intentionally target civilian areas […]

The elusive prospect of a representative government chosen by the people of Saudi Arabia brought together activists and dissidents from across the diaspora for an in-person conference held inside a ballroom of the Gaylord Convention Center overlooking the National Harbor outside of Washington, DC. With the aim of laying the groundwork for the eventual overthrow […]

Amazon, a massive online retailer, will provide over 700 migrant workers in Saudi Arabia with $1.9 million to address concerns related to their human rights and safety, including inadequate living circumstances and irregular wages. After hiring Verité, Amazon discovered infractions such as poor living conditions and safety concerns at Saudi warehouses. Problems included inconsistent wages, […]

A young Saudi activist for women’s rights was detained for “her choice of clothing and support for women’s rights,” and an anti-terrorism court secretly sentenced her to 11 years in jail. In a statement to the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Saudi authorities verified that Manahel al-Otaibi was found guilty on January 9 of […]

As the kingdom indicates that it is willing to accept diplomatic relations with the Jewish state provided that it commits to Palestinian statehood Saudi Arabia has increased the number of arrests of its nationals for posting on social media about the Israel-Hamas conflict. Restrictions on free speech and political expression, as well as detentions for […]

GENEVA-FIFA confirmed a sponsorship deal with Aramco, the national oil company of Saudi Arabia, on Thursday, strengthening its relationship with the country. Aramco generated a $121 billion profit last year. The agreement was anticipated and eventually became unavoidable after Saudi Arabia was virtually confirmed to host the men’s World Cup in 2034 in October of […]

Saudi Arabia was selected to chair the UN committee tasked with advancing gender parity and women’s empowerment globally, following an unchallenged candidacy denounced by human rights organizations for the kingdom’s “abysmal” record on women’s rights. At the annual meeting of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) in New York on Wednesday, there was […]

The escalation of Israeli troops’ arbitrary arrest operations against Palestinians has alarmed the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). On the eve of Palestinian Prisoners Day, it was reported that Israel now holds over 9,500 detainees, including over 200 minors and 80 female inmates. Approximately 600 inmates are receiving life sentences, while more than 3,600 are […]

 The United Nations criticized Saudi Arabia for its record on human rights, which included the death penalty, women’s rights, speech prosecutions, and the reported massacre of migrants at its border with Yemen. More than 50 measures in favor of women have already been enacted, according to the Saudi Arabian delegation at the kingdom’s first official […]

For a considerable amount of time, Saudi Arabia has been accountable for flagrant breaches of human rights. These infractions cover a wide variety of topics, which appear in both legislation and practice. These include the harsh suppression of the rights to free speech, peaceful assembly, and association, as well as the continued use of the […]

After bombings in Syria that were attributed to Israel killed many military personnel, including at least two senior commanders of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), a top Iranian ambassador issued a warning, stating that the Islamic Republic reserved the right to react. Written by Zahra Ershadi, charge d’affaires for the Iranian Mission to the […]

The Washington Center for Human Rights successfully hosted a meaningful congressional briefing titled “Review of the Human Rights Condition in Saudi Arabia.” The event took place on March 29th, from 11 to 12 pm, providing much time for in-depth analysis and dialogue.  Speakers embarked on a critical analysis of the human rights conditions in Saudi […]

For yelling during games, twelve Saudi Arabian football supporters might be fined three million riyals (£633,000) and go to jail for up to five years. Trial proceedings have begun after the Saudi Ministry of Sport charged Al Safa’s fans with expressions of sectarianism. Initially, after footage of fans singing during games went viral on social […]

The United Nations criticized Saudi Arabia for its record on human rights, which included the death sentence, prosecutions for exercising free speech, freedoms for women, and the reported slaughter of migrants at its border with Yemen. More than 50 measures in favor of women have already been enacted, according to the Saudi Arabian delegation at […]

For the first time, Saudi Arabia will have a written criminal code. The 116-page document, meant to remain confidential, was leaked to the public and seen by two legal firms and a member of the Bar Association. Its validity was certified by Saudi legal experts. The Quran and Sunnah (traditions and customs based on the […]

Saudi authorities killed hundreds of migrants at the Saudi-Yemen border in what may have amounted to crimes against humanity in 2023, despite spending billions of dollars to boost their reputation. Along with unjust trials and cruel detention procedures, the government often condemned people to death or decades in jail for their social media activities. The […]

A leaked draft of Saudi Arabia’s first written penal code exposes the hypocrisy behind Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman’s promises to portray his government as progressive and inclusive and falls dreadfully short of international human rights standards. Several Saudi legal experts have verified the legitimacy of the leaked draft criminal code, however Saudi Arabia’s authorities […]