The competent authorities announced the execution of three citizens, after they were found guilty of committing serious crimes that affect national security, which included joining terrorist organizations, manufacturing explosives, and financing terrorist operations, in a step that confirms the state’s determination to move forward in eradicating the roots of terrorism and drying up its sources.
Details of the crimes and security threats
Security and judicial investigations revealed that the convicted individuals were directly involved in possessing materials used in the manufacture of explosives and in actually manufacturing them with the intent to use them in criminal acts aimed at destabilizing security and stability and terrorizing civilians. Their crimes were not limited to the material and operational aspects alone, but extended to providing financial and logistical support to terrorist entities, which constitutes the lifeblood that sustains these organizations and enables them to continue their destructive plans.
Judicial process and criminal justice
The defendants underwent a series of meticulous legal procedures to guarantee their rights. They were referred to the Specialized Criminal Court, which reviewed the charges against them. After trial sessions that met all legal and procedural requirements, a ruling was issued confirming their guilt and sentencing them to death by way of discretionary punishment (ta'zir) due to the gravity of the crime and its danger to society. The ruling was upheld by the Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court, and a royal decree was issued to carry out the legally mandated punishment.
Legal and Sharia context
The implementation of this sentence is based on Islamic law, which prioritizes the preservation of the five necessities, the most important of which are the preservation of life and security. Terrorism and the manufacture of explosives are considered forms of "armed robbery" and "spreading corruption on earth," warranting the severest punishments to deter anyone who might contemplate tampering with the nation's resources and the lives of its citizens and residents. The death penalty is applied in cases where the ruler and the judiciary deem that the public interest and the prevention of harm necessitate this punishment due to the severity of the offense and the crime.
The importance of governance and the message of deterrence
The execution of this sentence carries broad implications at both the local and regional levels, sending a firm message that the security and judicial authorities are vigilant against anyone attempting to undermine state security or engage in terrorist activities. It also reflects the state's unwavering commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, whether through execution, financing, or incitement, thereby strengthening security and protecting national achievements.
