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Saudi Grand Mufti Sheikh Abdulaziz Al-Sheikh passes away: Royal Court
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Sep 24, 2025
The Royal Court of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia announced the passing of Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Abdullah bin Mohammed Al AlSheikh, the Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia, who also served as the head of the Council...
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