Just a reminder we scornfully reject EU, Amnesty International, etc objections to our own death penalty. And rightly so even while admitting it is not perfectly applied in every case.
I wouldn’t get on too high a horse about the Saudis and their view of what law is right for their own people.
President George Bush today commented on the recent terrorist attacks in Saudi Arabia and efforts to fight terrorists in the kingdom. He once again commended Saudi Arabia for its work with the United States in combating global terrorism. The president was participating in a White House ceremony marking the 30th anniversary of the “All-Volunteer Force.”
Regarding Saudi Arabia’s war on terrorism Bush said:
“...are among many governments that understand the threat of terror and are determined to root it out.
“After the terrible attacks in Riyadh on May the 12th, the government of Saudi Arabia has intensified its longstanding efforts against the al Qaeda network. Recently Saudi’s security services apprehended Abu Bakr, believed to be a central figure in the Riyadh bombing, and killed a major al Qaeda operational planner and fundraiser, a man known in terrorist circles as “Swift Sword.”
“Saudi authorities have also uncovered terrorist operations in the holy city of Mecca, demonstrating once again that terrorists hold nothing sacred and have no home in any religion. America and Saudi Arabia face a common terrorist threat, and we appreciate the strong, continuing efforts of the Saudi government in fighting that threat.
“The war on terror also continues in Iraq...”