Saudi King Abdullah, Prince Mishaal and the Allegiance Councilnote

Saudi King Abdullah, who returned to the Kingdom from a long journey abroad, is said to have intention of holding a series of family meetings during the holy month of Ramadan to discuss some issues, including that of the Allegiance Council. The following 468-word report focuses on this issue and tells what the matter is about. Note that the Allegiance Council includes all the branches of the ruling Al-Saud family and is in charge of the succession affairs.