Saudi King Abdullah dies

At 90, it's hardly a great shock. I wonder whether this will have much impact on the kingdom and politics in the region? Clown princes are often poor imitators of strong-men fathers.



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Saudi King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz has died at the age of 90. Saudi state television cut to the recitation of Koranic verses, which often signifies the death of a senior royal. Abdullah's brother and crown prince, Salman, was declared the new king, according to a statement attributed to Salman. The new king has also called on the family's Allegiance Council to pay allegiance to Muqrin as the new crown prince and heir.

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