Saudi authorities have permitted the use of lethal force to clear land for a futuristi

Saudi authorities have permitted the use of lethal force to clear land for a futuristic desert city being built in Saudi Arabia, an ex-intelligence officer has told the BBC. Dozens of Western companies are involved in building the 400-billion pound Neom scheme. The area where Neom is being built has been described as the perfect "blank canvas" by Saudi leader Crown Prince Mohamed bin Salman. But more than 6,000 people have been moved for the project according to his government. Tap the link in @BBCNews's bio to read the full investigation in Neom. #Neom #BBCNews