Saudi Arabia seeks death penalty for first ever female activist: Sources
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*RIYADH - Saudi Arabia´s public prosecutor has sought the death penalty against five human rights activists, who are currently being tried by the country's terrorism tribunal, rights groups said on Wednesday.*
Among those accused of inciting protests in the oil-rich Eastern Province is Israa al-Ghomgham, the first female activist to possibly face the death penalty.
"Israa al-Ghomgham and four other individuals are now facing the most appalling possible punishment simply for their involvement in anti-government protests," said Samah Hadid, Amnesty International´s Middle East director of campaigns.
"We are urging the Saudi Arabian authorities to drop these plans immediately," Hadid added.
Ghomgham was arrested at her home along with her husband in December 2015, according to Human Rights Watch.
