Saudi police detain more than 4,000 beggars from Masjid al-Haram. In response to a surge in the number of beggars during the holy month of Ramadan, Saudi Arabian authorities have initiated robust measures to address the issue.
Crackdown on Beggars Around Masjid al-Haram
Arab media reports indicate that Saudi police have detained more than 4,000 beggars in the vicinity of Masjid al-Haram, the Grand Mosque in Mecca, and subsequently transferred them to police stations.
Legal proceedings are underway, with plans to repatriate these individuals to their respective countries.
Security Concerns and Terror Financing
The Saudi Ministry of Interior has issued a statement highlighting the security threats posed by professional beggars, warning of the potential for terrorist organizations to exploit such activities to raise funds.
Stressing the prohibition of begging in Islam, the ministry urged the public not to offer charity to beggars, labeling them as part of organized criminal networks.
Expansion of Operations to Other Holy Sites
As Saudi police detain more than 4,000 beggars from Masjid al-Haram, authorities have announced plans to extend operations against beggars to other sacred sites, including Masjid al-Nabawi in Medina and major mosques across the kingdom.
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