RIYADH - Saudi Arabia yesterday executed an Egyptian man convicted of "sorcery," desecrating the Muslim holy book and adultery, the official news agency said.

The Saudi Press Agency said Mustafa Ibrahim was put to death in Riyadh in a controversial case which has drawn criticism from rights activists.

It said Mr. Ibrahim had been accused by another foreign resident of practising magic in order to separate him from his wife and said evidence had been found in his home, including books on black magic, a candle with an incantation "to summon devils" and "foul-smelling herbs."

"He confessed to adultery with a woman and desecrating the Koran by placing it in the bathroom," the agency said.

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