Weeklong crackdown nets 14,165 violators
Security forces in the Kingdom conducted field campaigns to apprehend individuals violating residence, work, and border security regulations during the period from August 27 to September 2, 2026. These efforts resulted in the detention of 14,165 violators, including 7,121 for residence violations, 3,636 for border security violations, and 3,408 for labor law violations. Additionally, 1,315 individuals attempting to cross the border illegally were arrested, of whom 41% were Yemenis and 58% Ethiopians. More than 12,363 violators were deported. The Ministry of Interior emphasized that facilitating the entry or transfer of violators exposes offenders to penalties of up to 15 years in prison, a fine of one million riyals, and the confiscation of transportation and accommodation means. The ministry also highlighted the importance of reporting violations through the emergency number 911 in some areas and 999 and 996 in others.
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