Illegal residents deported: Saudi Arabia arrests 22,222 illegal residents in major crackdown

Saudi Arabia has arrested 22,222 individuals for violating residency, labor, and border security laws in a week-long crackdown. Over 12,900 have already been deported, with others awaiting repatriation. A majority of border crossers were Yemeni and Ethiopian nationals. Authorities are also targeting those who facilitate illegal residency, with penalties including hefty fines and imprisonment.

Aug 24, 2025 - 12:30
 0
Illegal residents deported: Saudi Arabia arrests 22,222 illegal residents in major crackdown
Saudi Arabia has arrested 22,222 individuals for violating residency, labor, and border security laws in a week-long crackdown. Over 12,900 have already been deported, with others awaiting repatriation. A majority of border crossers were Yemeni and Ethiopian nationals. Authorities are also targeting those who facilitate illegal residency, with penalties including hefty fines and imprisonment.

What's Your Reaction?

like

dislike

love

funny

angry

sad

wow