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Saudi Arabia is warning its citizens to take certain precautions to safeguard their rights while travelling abroad this summer. Saudi Jeans notes: “The guidelines advise Saudis involved in legal cases to only speak in the presence of a lawyer and ensure attendance at court hearings to avoid in absentia rulings. […] Unfortunately, little has been done to promote these rights among
citizens. I believe that the government is responsible for protecting their citizens abroad and home alike.”

Recent Links also in Middle East & North Africa

The View from Fez reports that the Marrakesh Film Festival plans to screen a record 44 films from South Korea this year.

In Gaza, the members of the Qattan Foundation Reading Club were recently introduced to the Kindle, and photos have been posted on the club's blog [Ar].

Syrian blogger Rami wrote [ar] a post comparing internet speeds and costs in Syria with those in Romania. He was frustrated with having to struggle to obtain a 256Kbps connection in Syria in contrast with 100Mbps in Romania for roughly the same cost.