# Saudi Arabia execution of Bangladeshi nationals > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/20261020-saudi-arabia-execution-of-bangladeshi-nationals > Updated: 2026-10-20T03:08:46.000Z. Sources: 66. Developments: 2. Saudi Arabia executed two Bangladeshi citizens, Nazrul Islam Abdul Basir and Siti Akhtar, in the Mecca region on October 14, 2026. The Saudi Interior Ministry stated the executions followed convictions for an “indecent act” or “sexual immorality” committed inside a mosque, violating the sanctity of the holy site. The sentences were handed down under the principle of ta'zir, a discretionary punishment under Islamic law, following a royal order. The Bangladeshi government has expressed significant dissatisfaction, with officials noting that the diplomatic mission in Jeddah was not formally notified of the executions until after they were carried out. State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam and other officials are seeking formal explanations from Saudi authorities regarding the lack of consular communication, the specific nature of the offenses, and the judicial proceedings. Dhaka has requested official court documents to evaluate the situation. Families of the deceased have reacted with distress, with some reporting they learned of the executions through media reports rather than official channels. While social media reports suggested the offense involved a kiss on the forehead, the Saudi Ministry has not provided specific details regarding the nature of the act. Furthermore, authorities have clarified that viral videos circulating online as evidence of the incident or the execution are “misleading” or doctored. The incident has raised broader concerns in Bangladesh regarding the legal protections and welfare of the estimated 3.5 million Bangladeshi migrant workers residing in the Kingdom, highlighting ongoing diplomatic tensions regarding transparency and consular assistance. ## Claims - French authorities have arrested approximately 2,400 people in connection with the unrest. (disputed by 4 sources) - Approximately 1,800 people have been arrested during recent protests in France. (disputed) - Macron reported the use of AI-generated images depicting false scenes in France. (corroborated by 16 sources) - Macron stated that claims of an invasion by migrants and Islamists in France are false. (corroborated by 16 sources) - Emmanuel Macron found no evidence of direct foreign interference in French protests. (corroborated by 15 sources) - Emmanuel Macron reported foreign manipulation of information regarding the French unrest. (corroborated by 15 sources) - French President Emmanuel Macron blamed foreign leaders for exploiting France's tense social climate. (corroborated by 14 sources) - The executions took place on October 14, 2026. (corroborated by 14 sources) - Protests over rising living costs have led to rioting and looting in France. (corroborated by 13 sources) - Bangladesh authorities were not notified of the executions before they occurred. (corroborated by 12 sources) - The death sentences were handed down as discretionary punishment (ta’zir). (corroborated by 11 sources) - Donald Trump used the French unrest for his domestic election campaign. (corroborated by 10 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-20: France unrest: Macron condemns foreign leaders for information manipulation President Emmanuel Macron has denounced foreign leaders for manipulating information regarding violent unrest in France, dismissing claims of migrant invasions as false and criticizing political exploitation of 43 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/diplomatic-efforts-follow-saudi-executions-and-australian-mp-vehicle-attack ### 2026-10-20: Saudi Arabia executes two Bangladeshi nationals in Makkah Saudi Arabia executed two Bangladeshi nationals, Nazrul Islam Abdul Basir and Siti Akhtar, in Makkah for an alleged indecent act in a mosque. Bangladesh seeks clarification, noting it was not notified. 23 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/saudi-arabia-executes-two-bangladeshi-citizens-in-mecca --- Cite as: Saudi Arabia execution of Bangladeshi nationals. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/20261020-saudi-arabia-execution-of-bangladeshi-nationals