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26 Apr, 2016

US town promises terrorized Saudi students security | Arab News

WASHINGTON: Idaho State University in Pocatello has taken new security measures to ensure the safety of Saudi and Gulf students who have been subjected to harassment, thefts and in one instance physical attack in recent weeks. Saudi Cultural Attaché Mohammed Al-Eissa said in a press statement that the university and the authorities in Pocatello have pledged to ensure security for the students and to follow up on reported cases of hate and discriminatory practices against them. He said the local authorities have taken preliminary measures, and “we hope for more to ensure the safety of students and promote awareness among locals.” Al-Eissa said there had been coordination between Saudi officials and local authorities. “A delegation from the Saudi Embassy and the consulate was sent to meet with university officials and local authorities.”

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