Ethiopian Migrants Face Death Sentences in Saudi Arabia Amid Human Rights Concerns

Amanuel, an Ethiopian migrant imprisoned in Saudi Arabia, shares his harrowing experience on death row, where he awaits execution for drug-related charges. He is one of approximately 60 Ethiopians facing similar fates in Khamis Mushait prison, highlighting a troubling trend of targeting vulnerable migrants. Human rights advocates report that many of these individuals lack proper legal representation and are often convicted based on coerced confessions. In 2022, Saudi Arabia executed 356 people, with a significant number being foreign nationals convicted of drug offenses. Amanuel's plea for global intervention reflects the dire circumstances faced by many migrants in the kingdom, where due process appears severely compromised.

Key Details: • Amanuel is among around 60 Ethiopian migrants sentenced to death in Khamis Mushait prison. • In 2022, Saudi Arabia executed 356 people, with 240 convicted of drug offenses. • Amanuel fled Ethiopia during the civil war and ended up in Saudi Arabia seeking work. • Concerns over the fairness of trials in Saudi Arabia have been raised by human rights organizations.