Telegrams of thanks and appreciation for King Saud’s firm stance on Kuwait’s independence, declaring: ‘Kuwait and Saudi Arabia are one nation.’ (17‑1‑1381 AH)”
Read moreKing Saud addressed the kings and presidents of the Arab states, declaring: ‘Kuwait and Saudi Arabia are one nation, and whatever affects it affects Saudi Arabia,’ following the threats made against Kuwait’s independence — 30‑6‑1961.”
Read moreShaykh Ali al‑Tantawi said: King Saud never equivocated in his speech, never held back in his words, and did not behave like arrogant kings, affected politicians, or pedantic scholars.”
Read moreHis Majesty King Saud fulfilled the wishes of pilgrims, worshippers, and visitors by ensuring that Zamzam water became easily accessible to all.
Read moreIn 1376 AH, His Majesty King Saud oversaw the renewal of the staircase used to ascend to the Holy Kaaba:
Read moreKing Saud ordered that the door of the Holy Kaaba be opened to all members of the public who wished to enter, pray inside, and witness the completed restoration. A luncheon was held in honor of the workers in 1377 AH.
Read moreKing Saud ordered the placement of the final stone in the marble interior cladding of the Holy Kaaba, marking the last stage of the restoration:
Read moreThe Mina Palace was built in 1346 AH to serve as the residence of King Abdulaziz during the Hajj. King Saud later restored it and, in 1376 AH, constructed another palace by the mountain behind Muzdalifah Mosque.
Read moreIn 1376 AH, King Saud—may God bless his memory—formally inaugurated the newly constructed roads in the sacred precinct of Mina.
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