Saudi Arabia yet to share new information over 2 executed Bangladeshis

Saudi Arabia yet to share new information over 2 executed Bangladeshis in the country, State Minister for Foreign Affairs, Shama Obaed Isalm said this on Friday (23 October).

The state minister said it while talking to journalists at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport on the morning.

Shama Obaed said also that the government is working closely over the detained 7500 Bangladeshis in Saudi Arabia.

Earlier on 15 October, Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior announced the execution of two individuals in the Makkah region following a court ruling.

According to the statement, Nazerul Islam Abdul Basir and Siti Akhtar, both Bangladeshi nationals, were convicted of committing an immoral act inside a mosque in the holy city.

Security authorities apprehended the pair, and following investigations, they were formally charged. The case was referred to the competent court, which found them guilty and sentenced them to death by discretionary punishment, citing the gravity of their actions and the violation of the sanctity of time and place.

The verdict was upheld by the relevant authorities, and a royal order was issued to carry out the sentence.

The execution of Nazerul Islam Abdul Basir and Siti Akhtar, both Bangladeshi nationals, was carried out on Wednesday, 3/5/1448 Hijri, corresponding to October 14, 2026, in the Makkah region.

The Ministry of Interior reaffirmed the Saudi government’s commitment to maintaining security, upholding justice, and enforcing Islamic law against those who violate the sanctity of mosques or commit immoral acts.

The ministry also warned that anyone who attempts similar offenses will face legal consequences.