The Riyadh Comedy Festival has faced backlash due to Saudi Arabia's human rights abuses. Comedians like Dave Chappelle and Kevin Hart are criticized for performing there, with David Cross expressing disappointment. Human Rights Watch condemned the festival as a distraction from repression. Some comedians, like Aziz Ansari, defended their participation, while Whitney Cummings argued against the backlash, suggesting it stems from racism. The festival is part of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 to improve its global image. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)