RIYADH: An official at the Saudi Ministry of Media has denied the authenticity of the alleged draft of penal measures recently circulated on social media platforms.
The statement said based on official information, the previously announced draft remains under preparation and is currently undergoing legislative review.
The ministry source also stressed on the need to ensure the accuracy of information being circulated to avoid the spread of rumors and incorrect information through unofficial accounts, as quoted by the Saudi Press Agency on Monday.
The statement also called on everyone to cooperate in advancing a healthy judicial and legal culture.