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Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia not expected to attend Queen’s funeral

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September 19, 2022

Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed Bin Salman not expected to attend the Queen’s funeral

After days of speculation, it is now believed the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed Bin Salman will not attend the Queen’s funeral service.

The decision follows growing backlash and comes as world leaders and dignitaries from around the globe descend on the UK for the historic event. A source told Reuters the call was made by the Saudis.

Human rights organisations were appalled Mohammed Bin Salman, known as MBS, may be in attendance given the allegations which hang over his head.

MBS is accused of ordering the killing of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi in 2018, allegations he firmly denies.

The royal hasn’t returned to Britain since the death of Khashoggi and tensions remain high.

Sources close to the Saudi Embassy say the Crown Prince will still visit London this weekend.

The UK’s Foreign Office says Prince Turki al-Faisal, another senior Saudi royal, is expected to go instead.

Human rights groups say the invitation to Mohammed Bin Salman is appalling. They argue it represents a “whitewashing” of a questionable human rights record.

Meanwhile, invites sent to Chinese dignitaries have also sparked controversy. This is largely due to Beijing’s treatment of Muslim Uyghurs in the Xinjiang province.

China has confirmed it will send Vice-President, Wang Qishan, to pay respects on behalf of the nation.

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