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The deceased were accused of belonging to militant groups and crimes such as murder.
The United Arab Emirates, the Saudis’ closest partner, and its Washington agents are offering authoritarians a road map to preserving impunity and ties to the West.
The Ritz-Carlton is "among the most majestic five-star hotels in Saudi Arabia."
Prince Mohammed bin Salman replaced Prince Mohammed bin Nayef in the role.
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He began in Saudi Arabia with a sword dance and a glowing orb.
The president started the two-day stop on Wednesday.
King Salman said he was pleased the American president was visiting and Obama thanked him for hosting the summit.
Local media doesn't specify when the executions will occur.
Lawyers for the jailed human rights lawyer Waleed Abu al Khair tried to deliver a petition to the king.