Beloved 90s icon and Australian comedian Jimeoin is under fire for joining a comedy festival in Saudi Arabia - a nation accused of committing horrific human rights abuses.

The Riyadh Comedy Festival will see some of the world's leading comedians perform in the Saudi Arabian city, and critics say their performances will glorify the controversial country.

Saudi Arabia has long been criticised for its strict guardianship system restricting women’s rights, although it is now presenting itself as a modernised nation filled with opportunities for entertainment and celebrity events.

Officials insist the kingdom is moving towards a more open society with eased dress codes and wider freedoms, but critics online argue this is only a facade.

One Reddit user wrote, “Comedians doing shows in Saudi

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