Saudi Arabia: Penalties for Spreading Coronavirus Rumours Announced

Gulf News (United Arab Emirates), 20 April 2021: Saudi Arabia’s Interior Ministry has announced the penalties for those who spread rumours or false information about Coronavirus. Those found guilty will be fined one million Riyals and/or jailed for between one and five years. Repeat offenders could have the penalties doubled.

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