In a chilling reminder of the oppressive measures taken against those who dare to speak out, Saudi Arabia has executed journalist Turki Al-Jasser after keeping him in prison since 2018.
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Accused of unfounded charges of terrorism and treason, his execution reflects a growing trend of silencing dissent.
Turki Al-Jasser, a Saudi journalist, was executed after being convicted on charges of terrorism and treason.
Critics, however, have been quick to denounce these charges as fabricated, a common strategy employed by oppressive regimes to quell dissent.
Al-Jasser’s crime? Allegedly running a social media account that openly criticized Saudi royals and posted controversial content.
Authorities arrested Al-Jasser in 2018 after a raid that seized his electronic devices, citing his social media activities as grounds for his arrest.
Despite the international outcry, Saudi Arabia proceeded with the execution after their highest court upheld his death sentence.
The kingdom’s use of capital punishment continues to raise alarms among human rights groups.
The secrecy surrounding Al-Jasser’s trial and conviction has further fueled skepticism over the legitimacy of the charges.
Activists assert that his execution is part of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s broader agenda to suppress dissent, an assertion backed by a notable increase in executions in 2024.
The case recalls the brutal murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, where accountability remains elusive.
Beyond Al-Jasser’s case, Saudi Arabia has a track record of punishing dissent.
Their harsh methods, such as beheadings and imprisonment for social media posts, exemplify their disregard for human rights.
The kingdom executed 330 people in 2024, a stark indicator of its repressive tactics.
“[Al-Jasser was executed] in total secrecy for the ‘crime’ of journalism,” said Jeed Basyouni from Reprieve US, highlighting the grim reality faced by journalists in Saudi Arabia.
Attempts by the international community to wield influence in these matters have largely resulted in failure.
The lack of justice for Jamal Khashoggi didn’t just betray one journalist; it empowered leadership to pursue continued persecution with impunity.
Al-Jasser’s execution once again demonstrates that in Saudi Arabia, expressing dissent against Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman can lead to lethal consequences.
The Saudi government executed a Saudi citizen named Turki Al-Jasser for the crime of "high treason" after he was arrested 7 years ago because the Twitter office in Dubai revealed his identity, as he was using a fake Twitter account called (Kashkool).#tahran #LingOrm #Israel https://t.co/HaYz3lITDT pic.twitter.com/ZuuFo1GSRN
— ESTIF ALMAGHYADI⚔️جلاد آل سروق (@ESTIFALMAGHYADI) June 15, 2025
As oppressive regimes gain confidence, the global community must decide: will it continue to turn a blind eye, or finally take a stand for the freedom of speech?
As nations watch on, they should remember that remaining silent only aids in the perpetration of these injustices.
