Saudi Arabia releases US retiree jailed over critical tweets

The GuardianWednesday, November 19, 2025 at 9:21:29 PM
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Saudi Arabia releases US retiree jailed over critical tweets
  • Saad Almadi, a US retiree, has been released from Saudi imprisonment after five months, coinciding with a meeting between Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Donald Trump. Almadi had been jailed for critical tweets against the Saudi government, initially sentenced to 19 years in 2021.
  • His release is significant as it reflects a potential thaw in US
  • This development highlights ongoing tensions regarding freedom of expression in Saudi Arabia, juxtaposed with the strengthening ties between the US and Saudi Arabia, particularly in light of recent investments and military discussions.
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