Saudi Arabia executes five of its nationals following convictions on terrorism-related charges, according to the country’s Ministry of Interior. The executions are announced through the ministry’s official social media account and described as being carried out under discretionary death sentences.
The ministry says the cases involved affiliation with a foreign terrorist organisation, attacks on security personnel, security headquarters and security vehicles, and the use of firearms and explosives. It also cites possession of weapons and live ammunition, along with providing financial support for and facilitating terrorist activities within Saudi Arabia.
One outlet also reports that the move brings the number of death sentences carried out this year to 188, framing the executions as part of a broader pattern of sentencing and implementation in 2026. The reporting is based on the Interior Ministry’s statements and does not include additional details about the defendants’ identities or trial proceedings.
