Three Ethiopians executed in Asir for smuggling hashish into Saudi Arabia
Saudi authorities executed three Ethiopian nationals in Asir after convicting them of smuggling hashish into the Kingdom, the Interior Ministry said.
Key Takeaways
AIThe Ministry of Interior issued a statement today regarding the execution of several offenders in the Asir region. The statement reads as follows:
God Almighty said: "Do not cause corruption on the earth after it has been set right," and, "Do not seek corruption in the land; indeed, God does not like corrupters," and, "God does not like corruption," and, "The penalty for those who wage war against God and His Messenger and strive to spread corruption in the land is that they be killed, crucified, have their hands and feet cut off on opposite sides, or be exiled from the land. That is their disgrace in this world, and in the Hereafter they will have a great punishment."
Seni Redi Aqous Qorzqor, Shanafi Tekay Anbayeh Barah, and Mersu Negus Akalu Tele, all Ethiopian nationals, were found guilty of jointly smuggling hashish into the Kingdom.
Thanks to God, security authorities apprehended the offenders. Following investigations, they were charged with the crime and referred to the competent court, which issued a verdict confirming the charges and sentencing them to death as a discretionary punishment. The ruling was upheld on appeal and confirmed by the Supreme Court, and a royal order was issued to carry out the sentence in accordance with Islamic law.
The execution of Seni Redi Aqous Qorzqor, Shanafi Tekay Anbayeh Barah, and Mersu Negus Akalu Tele, all Ethiopian nationals, was carried out on Wednesday, 26/4/1448 AH, corresponding to October 7, 2026, in the Asir region.
The Ministry of Interior, by announcing this, affirms the Saudi government's commitment to protecting citizens and residents from the scourge of drugs, and to imposing the strictest penalties prescribed by law on traffickers and dealers, due to the loss of innocent lives, severe harm to youth, individuals, and society, and the violation of their rights caused by such crimes. The Ministry also warns that anyone who commits such offenses will face the prescribed legal punishment.
God is the guide to the right path.