Why Saudi diplomat accused of rape may get away- explained in 90 seconds 
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Why Saudi diplomat accused of rape may get away- explained in 90 seconds

India and Saudi Arabia are expected to come up with a decision early this week.

Written by : TNM

India and Saudi Arabia could come up with a decision early this week regarding the case involving a Saudi diplomat who has been accused of raping two Nepali women. 

As the situation continues to intensify a week after the diplomat's residence in Gurgaon was raided, there have been talks about how the issue could affect bilateral ties between the countries.  

However, prosecuting the accused in India is unlikely since he is protected by diplomatic immunity

Watch this video by Boom Live explaining the Vienna convention, how diplomatic immunity works and why the rape-accused Saudi diplomat may go scot-free, all in 90 seconds.