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  Faisal bin Turki bin Abdullah Al Saud - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Faisal bin Turki bin Abdullah bin Saud bin Abdul Aziz bin Muhammad al Saud
His son Abdul Rahman bin Faisal would be the last ruler the lands of the Second State and the founder of modern day Saudi Arabia.
During the rule of Faisal bin Turki bin Abdullah Al Saud Arabia and the House of Saud were in turmoil and under control by the Ottoman Turks.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Faisal_bin_Turki_bin_Abdullah_Al_Saud   (163 words)

  
 Turki bin Abdullah - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Turki bin Abdullah bin Saud bin Abdul Aziz bin Muhammad al Saud
Turki bin Abdullah was the founder of the Second Saudi State and ruled during a period of decline for the House of Saud with occupation by the Ottoman Empire of Riyadh in 1818.
bin Abdullah's cousin, Faisal bin Turki, would become Amir of Nejd, retook Riyadh and eventually reclaim the state from the Turks in 1834.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Turki_bin_Abdullah   (118 words)

  
 Turki bin Abdullah
Turki ibn Abd Allah, the uncle of the next-to- last ruler (Saud), upset Egyptian efforts to exercise authority in the area.
Turki's relatively swift retaking of Najd showed the extent to which the Al Saud-Wahhabi authority had been established in the area over the previous fifty years.
Turki's eldest son, Faisal, defeated the assassin and became Imam.
www.globalsecurity.org /military/world/gulf/turki-bin-abdullah.htm   (566 words)

  
 Faisal bin Turki
Faisal bin Turki refused to acknowledge the Viceroy of Egypt.
Turki's son, Faisal, held power until he was expelled from Riyadh by Khalid and his Egyptian supporters.
Faisal bin Turki cemented the alliance with Abd Allah ibn Rashid of the Shammar Mountains by marrying his son, Talal, to Abd Allah's daughter, Nurah.
www.globalsecurity.org /military/world/gulf/faisal-bin-turki.htm   (1133 words)

  
 SignOnSanDiego.com > News > World -- Saudi King Fahd buried in unmarked grave
Earlier, mourners packed the Imam Turki bin Abdullah mosque to say prayers for the man who led this oil-rich country for almost a quarter of a century.
Abdullah took the throne after Fahd's death in a smooth succession that suggested the sprawling royal family was unified in the need to show stability in the first change in the monarchy in 23 years.
After the burial, dignitaries and commoners were expected to pay their respects to Abdullah – a chance to honor the new leader of a nation that fuels investment around the Islamic world with its oil wealth and plays a major role in Mideast conflicts, such as violence in Iraq and the Israeli-Arab peace process.
www.signonsandiego.com /news/world/20050802-0703-kingfahd.html   (1182 words)

  
 European Tribune - Community, Politics & Progress.
The current king (or the man shortly to be crowned) is Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz, who is the son of Aziz and his eighth wife, Fahda bint Asi al-Shuraim.
Abdullah was born in 1921 and is older than all of the Sudairi Seven.
I should mention here that when Abdullah was out of the country in 1995 (after King Fahd was essentially removed from the picture due to a stroke), Sultan attempted a coup, asking the leading clerics to recognize his position in the accession to the throne.
www.eurotrib.com /story/2005/8/1/161729/0539   (4980 words)

  
 Alexander's Gas & Oil Connections - Petronas invited in gas and downstream in Saudi Arabia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
Abdullah noted that it was "unfortunate" that Petronas had not participated in an international upstream oil investment programme recently.
The seminar had covered topics relating to the investment climate in the kingdom, the incentives, promotions and opportunities available for foreign businessmen and investors and the new regulations concerning them.
Later, Abdullah met International Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Rafidah Aziz and said Saudi Arabia is encouraging businessmen from the two countries to meet frequently to explore trade and investment opportunities.
www.gasandoil.com /goc/company/cnm11413.htm   (367 words)

  
 World Leaders Fly in for Fahd Funeral (phillyBurbs.com) | Middle East
His half brother and the country's de factor ruler the last 10 years, the former Crown Prince Abdullah, was quickly installed in a smooth succession that suggested the sprawling royal family was unified in the need to show stability in the first change in the monarchy in 23 years.
Abdullah has taken small steps toward political reform - including elections earlier this year for local councils - but he faces popular pressure for greater change.
After the burial, dignitaries and commoners were expected to pay their respects to Abdullah - a chance to honor the new leader of a nation that fuels investment around the Islamic world with its oil wealth and plays a major role in Mideast conflicts, such as violence in Iraq and the Israeli-Arab peace process.
www.phillyburbs.com /pb-dyn/news/93-08022005-522143.html   (953 words)

  
 Saudis to pledge allegiance to new king   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
Newly-anointed Saudi King Abdullah attends the funeral of his half-brother, King Fahd, at the Imam Turki bin Abdullah mosque in Riyadh.
Saudi clerics, tribal chiefs and officials were set to converge on a palace in Riyadh to pledge allegiance to King Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz, the new monarch of the wealthy oil powerhouse.
Fahd, believed to be aged 84, was buried in an unmarked grave at the Al-Od public cemetery in Riyadh after brief prayers at the Imam Turki bin Abdullah mosque during which dozens of Arab and Muslim leaders joined members of the Al-Saud ruling family.
www.turkishpress.com /news.asp?id=63599   (689 words)

  
 ABC News: Saudi King Fahd Buried in Unmarked Grave   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
Mourners packed the Imam Turki bin Abdullah mosque to say prayers for the man who led this oil-rich country for almost a quarter century.
Fahd's body was carried in on a wooden plank by his sons and placed in the middle of the mosque amid a crowd of thousands, including his successor, King Abdullah.
After the burial, Abdullah went to the royal court, where Saudis and foreign dignitaries filed by to express condolences, shake his hands and kiss his cheeks.
abcnews.go.com /International/wireStory?id=1000744   (471 words)

  
 Middle East Online
Crown Prince Abdullah anointed at helm of Saudi Arabia, chooses Sultan bin Abdul Aziz as crown prince.
His half-brother, Crown Prince Abdullah, who has been de facto ruler for a decade, was anointed his successor at the helm of the oil-rich Gulf state, as widely expected.
However, sources close to the royal family previously said the princes have all agreed that the sons of Abdul Aziz should continue to succeed in order of age, before the grandsons are given the chance.
www.middle-east-online.com /english/saudi?id=14149   (632 words)

  
 Middle East Online
Mourners were led by Fahd's half-brother and successor King Abdullah, de facto ruler for a decade, and powerful Defence Minister Sultan bin Abdul Aziz, the new crown prince of the ultra-conservative Gulf kingdom.
King Fahd, believed to be aged 84 and married five times, died in hospital at dawn on Monday, after 23 years on the throne in which he led the country through oil crises, wars and the deadly menace of Islamic extremism.
However, both are elderly - Abdullah was born in 1923 and Sultan in 1928 - so Saudi Arabia faces the prospect of having to appoint a new king every few years.
www.middle-east-online.com /english/?id=14172   (749 words)

  
 The Saudi Arabian Information Resource - Palace of Government Symbolizes Roots Of Saudi Arabia
It is the area on which old Riyadh was based when the late King Abdulaziz regained it to start the process of unification of most parts of Arabia and the establishment of the Saudi state.
It has been the Government headquarters since the start of the second Saudi state and choice of Riyadh by Imam Turki bin Abdullah as capital of his government.
Imam Turki bin Abdullah Grand Mosque accommodates about 17 thousand worshippers with an area of about 6320 square meters.
www.saudinf.com /main/y8497.htm   (413 words)

  
 USATODAY.com - Family of War Emblem owner suffers another loss   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — Prince Sultan bin Faisal bin Turki bin Abdullah, 41, was killed in a car accident Tuesday while driving to the funeral of his cousin, Ahmed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, the owner of Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner War Emblem.
Saudi Prince Ahmed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz died of a heart attack Monday at age 43.
Robert Kulina, the vice president and general manager of thoroughbred racing for the track, was told by trainer Bob Baffert on Tuesday that War Emblem would likely skip the race Aug. 4.
www.usatoday.com /sports/horses/2001derby/entries.htm   (992 words)

  
 OSAMA'S PAL: U.S. 'ALLIES' FUNDED US   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
Prince Ahmed bin Salman bin Abdul Aziz passed away today at noon in the King Faisal Specialist Hospital, Riyadh, where the Prince, aged 44, had been receiving medical treatment for the past two months.
Prince Sultan bin Faisal bin Turki bin Abdullah Al Saud passed away at the age of 41 early today in a car accident.
Funeral prayers were held today, Tuesday July 23 2002, after the Asr prayer, at the Imam Turki bin Abdullah Mosque in Riyadh.
www.freerepublic.com /focus/f-news/973524/posts   (1190 words)

  
 USATODAY.com - Prince Ahmed's cousin killed on way to funeral   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — A Saudi prince was killed in a car accident Tuesday while driving to the funeral of his cousin, Ahmed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, the owner of Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner War Emblem.
Prince Sultan bin Faisal bin Turki bin Abdullah, a 41-year-old businessman, was killed near Riyadh, according to security officials and a statement from the Saudi royal family.
Joint funeral prayers were held for both princes at the Imam Turki bin Abdullah mosque, the kingdom's largest.
www.usatoday.com /sports/horses/stories/2002-07-23-salman-funeral_x.htm   (549 words)

  
 More on the private jet flights right after 911
On the flight was the noted horse breeder Prince Ahmad bin Salman bin Abdul Aziz, the owner of the Kentucky Derby winner War Emblem.
With him was his nephew, Prince Sultan bin Fahad bin Salman bin Abdul Aziz.
Prince Fahd bin Turki bin Saud Alkabeer, age 25, was reported to have "died of thirst in the desert" .
ist-socrates.berkeley.edu /~pdscott/sau.html   (802 words)

  
 GN Online: Today's news in brief   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
He added the detention of these violators was part of the department's continuing campaign to arrest those who failed to observe immigration rules.
Umm Al Qaiwain - His Highness Shaikh Rashid Bin Ahmad Al Mualla, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Umm Al Quwain, yesterday received Prince Turki Bin Abdullah Bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud, who called on him to congratulate him on his safe return home after a trip abroad for treatment.
The meeting was attended by Crown Prince Shaikh Saud Bin Rashid Al Mualla, Deputy Ruler, Shaikh Abdullah Bin Rashid Al Mualla and a number of shaikhs and senior local officials.
www.gulf-news.com /Articles/news.asp?ArticleID=161518   (416 words)

  
 Brudirect.com  - News Headlines
In keeping with the strict Muslim traditions of this Gulf Arab state, King Fahd was buried in an unmarked grave at the Al-Od public cemetery in Riyadh after brief prayers at the Imam Turki bin Abdullah mosque
Mourners were led by King Fahd's half-brother and - successor King Abdullah and powerful Defence Minister Crown Prince Sultan bin Abdul Aziz.
The funeral was the final act in a 23-year reign in which King Fahd steered the oil-rich kingdom through turbulent decades rocked by wars and violence but in the last years was forced by ill health to hand over most powers to the present King Abdullah.
www.brudirect.com /DailyInfo/News/Archive/Aug05/030805/nite01.htm   (240 words)

  
 - DAWN - Latest Stories; August 1, 2005
RIYADH, Aug 1 (AFP) - Saudi Arabia's King Fahd died on Monday and Crown Prince Abdullah was chosen to succeed him, while Defence Minister Sultan bin Abdul Aziz was named crown prince, an official statement said.
Saudi King Abdullah says no cabinet change - TV RIYADH, Aug 1 (Reuters) - New Saudi Arabian monarch Abdullah said the kingdom's cabinet ministers would retain their posts after the death of King Fahd on Monday.
Jordan's King Abdullah decreed a 40-day period of mourning and would lead a big delegation Tuesday to Saudi Arabia to attend Fahd's funeral.
www.dawn.com /2005/08/01/welcome.htm   (2683 words)

  
 Young Saudi prince dies of thrist (sic) in desert (That Makes Three)
Prince Fahd bin Turki bin Saud al-Kabeer, 25, was travelling through the kingdom's Rimah area, where temperatures in some areas can rise above 45 degrees celsius (113 F) in the summer.
Funeral prayers will be held tomorrow at Imam Turki bin Abdullah's Mosque in Riyadh.
I wonder if they were both related to the Prince Turki that was fired from the job of head of Saudi intelligence in August 2001.
www.freerepublic.com /focus/news/724320/posts   (1342 words)

  
 U.S. Newswire : Releases : "Press Conference Today Regarding the Death of..."   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
Funeral prayers for King Fahd will be held tomorrow following Asr (afternoon) prayers at the Imam Turki bin Abdullah Mosque in Riyadh.
In accordance with Article 5 of the Basic Law of Governance, Crown Prince Abdullah was proclaimed King of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
King Abdullah has designated as Crown Prince His Royal Highness Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz.
releases.usnewswire.com /GetRelease.asp?id=51197   (178 words)

  
 Saudi-Egyptian MOU on promotion of tourism
Second Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defense and Aviation and Inspector-General Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz was one of the many participants in funeral prayers for Prince Ahmad bin Salman and Prince Sultan bin Faisal bin Turki at the Imam Turki bin Abdullah Mosque in Riyadh yesterday.
Among the foreign dignitaries who came to the Kingdom to offer condolences were Prime Minister of Bahrain Shaikh Khalifa bin Salman Al-Khalifa, Lebanese Prime Minister Rafiq Al-Hariri, and Deputy Prime Minister of Kuwait Shaikh Sabah Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah.
Condolences were received from Arab and Muslim leaders and from princes, religious scholars, dignitaries and citizens as well as from Crown Prince Abdullah bin Abdulaziz.
www.saudiembassy.net /2002News/News/OthDetail.asp?cIndex=441   (155 words)

  
 Saudi Arabia buries King Fahd   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
Muslim world leaders joined ordinary Saudis to bid farewell to King Fahd at an austere funeral ceremony for the man who ruled the oil powerhouse for more than two decades.
In keeping with the strict Muslim traditions of this Gulf Arab state, Fahd was buried Tuesday in an unmarked grave at the Al-Od public cemetery in Riyadh after brief prayers at the Imam Turki bin Abdullah mosque
However, both are elderly -- Abdullah was born in 1923 and Sultan in 1928 -- so Saudi Arabia faces the prospect of having to appoint a new king every few years.
www.turkishpress.com /news.asp?id=63440   (815 words)

  
 Groen Brothers Aviation: Current News Release   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
When the agreement is signed, the joint venture is expected to become Groen Brothers Aviation’s marketing, sales and service representative in the Middle East, North Africa, and the Asian portions of the former Soviet Union.
Because the region has huge market potential, it will eventually be necessary to have production capability locally to properly serve it," said David Groen, president and CEO of Groen Brothers Aviation.
And foreign governments; other regulatory uncertainties; collective bargaining labor disputes; performance issues with key suppliers and subcontractors; governmental export and import policies; and the ability to adequately finance operations to the date of FAA certification and manufacturing.
www.groenbros.com /news/pr/20010702.htm   (586 words)

  
 Death of King Fahd announced; Crown Prince Abdullah proclaimed King
Crown Prince Abdullah was proclaimed King of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia today
The Royal Court announced this morning with deep sorrow and pain the death of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Fahd bin Abdulaziz due to illness.  Funeral prayers for King Fahd will be held tomorrow following Asr (afternoon) prayers at the Imam Turki bin Abdullah Mosque in Riyadh.
In accordance with Article 5 of the Basic Law of Governance, Crown Prince Abdullah was proclaimed King of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.  King Abdullah has designated as Crown Prince His Royal Highness Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz.
www.saudiembassy.net /2005News/News/NewsDetail.asp?cIndex=5446   (179 words)

  
 ITP.com - Press Releases
The event, which was attended by more than 300 of the Kingdom’s leading businessmen, was held under the auspices of HRH Prince Sattam Bin Abdul Aziz Al-Saud, Deputy Governor of Riyadh, HRH Prince Faisl Bin Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud and HH Prince Turki Bin Abdullah Bin Abdullrahman Al-Saud.
Twenty-one awards were presented in total, including The Man of the Year 2004 in Business award, which went to HRH Prince Faisal Bin Salman Bin Abdul Aziz Al-Saud.
We were also delighted with the presence of HRH Prince Faisal Bin Salman Bin Abdul Aziz Al-Saud and HH Prince Turki Bin Abdullah Bin Abdul Rahman Al-Saud, who attended this prestigious occasion,” he added.
www.itp.com /press/pr_full.php?id=55   (445 words)

  
 King Fahd Bin Abdul Aziz - King Fahd hosts dinner party in honor of the GCC leaders
King Fahd Bin Abdul Aziz - King Fahd hosts dinner party in honor of the GCC leaders
King Fahd hosts dinner party in honor of the GCC leaders
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Fahd bin Abdul Aziz hosted a grand dinner party in honor of his brothers - the GCC leaders and their official accompanying delegations at the royal court in Al-Yamamah Palace here Sunday evening.
www.kingfahdbinabdulaziz.com /main/y0945.htm   (68 words)

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