Saudi Arabia executes five on terrorism charges

Saudi Arabia has executed five of its citizens following convictions for terrorism-related offenses, according to the Ministry of Interior. The Free Press Journal reports that these crimes included affiliation with a foreign terrorist organization, providing financial support for terrorist activities, and attacking security personnel, vehicles, and installations with weapons and explosives. Punch Nigeria reports that these executions bring the total number of death sentences carried out in the kingdom this year to 188.

In response to escalating Houthi attacks on the kingdom, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi stated on Saturday that Egypt is prepared to take any necessary measures to defend Saudi Arabia if requested. Speaking at a graduation ceremony at the Egyptian Military Academy, Sisi noted that while Egypt is not seeking a role in regional conflicts, it is inconceivable that Cairo would stand by while Saudi security or stability is threatened.

Al-Monitor reports that following these remarks, parliament announced an emergency session for Sunday.

Additionally, Ajel English reports that Kuwait has welcomed the UN Security Council's condemnation of Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and reaffirmed its support for the kingdom's right to self-defense.

Brief written by urgent.news from Punch Nigeria, New Straits Times, Al-Monitor, Free Press Journal, Ajel English — 5 reports on this story. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.