JEDDAH: The Specialized Criminal Court in Riyadh issued a preliminary verdict Thursday of seven years in prison against a Saudi national after being found guilty of traveling to conflict zones in Syria, and joining Al-Nusra Front and a other terrorist groups. He also was convicted of receiving training in their camps on the use of weapons.
He was also found guilty of coordinating with his brother to travel to Syria and join the fighting there.
In addition, he was convicted of producing, sending and storing materials that aimed to destabilize public order by communicating on the social networking site Twitter with a suspicious individual on the Web. He also acquired the telephone number of a coordinating facilitator in Turkey with the intention of traveling there and participating in the fighting in the country. He was also found guilty of storing videos of Daesh.
The court sentenced him to seven years in prison, effective from the date of his detention, of which, one year is according to Article 6 of the Anti-Cybercrime Law, and to confiscate two memory cards and audio devices found in his possession. He will also be prohibited from writing on social media.
The court banned him from traveling outside the Kingdom for a period similar to his sentence, effective from the date of the end of his prison term.
Saudi sentenced 7 years in prison for entering Syria, joining Al-Nusra
Saudi sentenced 7 years in prison for entering Syria, joining Al-Nusra
AlUla fuel stations redefine desert architecture
ALULA: Fuel stations in the AlUla governorate showcase a modern approach to urban planning, with designs inspired by the region’s natural landscape and desert palette.
They harmonize architecture with the environment, enhance the urban landscape, and redefine traditional fuel stations, according to the Saudi Press Agency.
The designs use contemporary materials and lines that reflect AlUla’s identity, enriching aesthetics and user experience while preserving the desert setting.
Architect Salwa Samargandi of SAL Architects developed these innovative designs, balancing functionality and aesthetics with inspiration from AlUla’s cultural heritage.
One fuel station project won the World Architecture Award in the Realized Projects category, selected by an international jury.
These initiatives are part of the Royal Commission for AlUla’s efforts to enhance infrastructure, support national talent, and improve services for residents and visitors.
The commission also established the AlUla Design Studio to guide architects and the community in creating projects that harmonize with the natural environment.
The studio offers consultations on new constructions and restorations, ensuring compliance with urban planning and sustainability standards.
This participatory approach preserves AlUla’s architectural heritage while empowering the local community to choose development options that respect the region’s history and uphold safety and sustainability.
