arabtimes Jul 27 25
Saudi Arabia Just Arrested 22,000 People in One Week:
RIYADH, July 27: In a sweeping crackdown on immigration and labor law violations, Saudi authorities ...
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Saudi Arabia Detains 22,000+ in Immigration SweepAuthorities arrested 22,497 people in one week for violations of residency, labor, and border security laws nationwide.
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- The Ministry of Interior led a national crackdown targeting residency, labor, and border regulation breaches.
- Among those detained, 13,817 violated residency laws, 5,280 attempted illegal border crossings, and 3,400 breached labor regulations.
- Of the 1,687 caught crossing borders illegally, 61% were Ethiopian and 38% Yemeni nationals.
- Severe penalties including up to 15 years imprisonment and fines up to SR1 million are imposed on those aiding illegal entry.
The Ministry of Interior has issued a stern warning to anyone involved in facilitating illegal entry into the Kingdom.— The Ministry of Interior warned of severe penalties for those aiding illegal entry.
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