Pegasus in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia has been associated with Pegasus targeting in multiple reports, including the Pegasus Project dataset. Allegations should be presented with their evidentiary status.
Last Verified 2026-10-01Author Pegasus Research ArchiveEditor Editorial Team
- 01Status: Documented targeting
- 02First documented: 2018
- 03Most recent: 2021
- 04Researchers: Citizen Lab, Amnesty International
- 05Target categories: activist, journalist, civil-society
Summary
Saudi Arabia has been associated with Pegasus targeting in multiple reports, including the Pegasus Project dataset. Allegations should be presented with their evidentiary status.
Target Categories
- activist
- journalist
- civil-society
Researchers
Citizen Lab, Amnesty International
REPORTED
“Saudi Arabia is a confirmed Pegasus customer.”
Saudi Arabia has been associated with Pegasus targeting in multiple reports, including the Pegasus Project dataset. Allegations should be presented with their evidentiary status.
CL-2018-09
Government Response
Official Position / Response
Saudi Arabia has denied improper use in various contexts.
Last Verified 2026-10-01Author Pegasus Research ArchiveEditor Editorial Team
