Saudi authorities have imposed financial penalties on 11 individuals involved in the unlicensed trade of antiquities, aiming to protect the country's cultural heritage. This action is part of the Kingdom's efforts to combat illegal activities related to antiquities.
The Saudi General Authority for Tourism and National Heritage has imposed fines on 11 individuals for dealing in movable antiquities without the necessary licenses. Violations included the illegal sale and display of antiquities on online platforms without registration or documentation.
Security forces in Badreshin successfully apprehended a gang involved in illegal antiquities excavation, seizing several artifacts in the process. This operation is part of the state's efforts to combat the illicit antiquities trade.