Saudi Arabia: Facts And Photos You Probably Want To See

Published on 10/16/2018
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Burial Rules

Under the traditions of Saudi Arabia, non-Muslims are not supposed to be buried within the country’s borders. However, they made a slight change in 2012. They eased these burial restrictions but only under certain circumstances.

Burial Rules

Burial Rules

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Television Controversy

Back in 1965, King Faisal brought television to the nation. As expected, the religious fanatics strongly opposed television, claiming it was salacious. Just ten years after, one of the king’s nephews got shot and killed by police after leading an assault on a TV station. That same year, 1975, King Faisal was assassinated by his deceased nephew’s brother, who later got beheaded publicly for this murder.

Television Controversy

Television Controversy

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