Amnesty International has reached out to Prince William, asking him to advocate for the case of Ahmed al-Doush, who is currently imprisoned in Saudi Arabia. Al-Doush, a father of four and a senior banking analyst, was arrested in 2024 after returning from a holiday, purportedly due to his social media posts and links to a Saudi critic in exile, which he firmly denies. His original ten-year sentence has since been reduced to eight.

The case of al-Doush has drawn attention to the broader issues of freedom of expression and human rights in Saudi Arabia. Amnesty International's campaign highlights how individuals can face severe penalties for expressing dissenting views or being associated with those who do. With the increasing collaboration and diplomatic engagements between Western leaders and Saudi Arabia, cases like al-Doush's emphasize the need for advocates to raise awareness about human rights challenges in the country.

Prince William's participation in advocating for al-Doush's release would signal a significant move toward addressing human rights issues in Saudi Arabia, particularly as his visit is seen as an opportunity to strengthen ties with the nation. The lack of response from the Saudi embassy when approached by Sky News further illustrates the challenges faced in seeking accountability and transparency from the Saudi government regarding its treatment of detainees.