Saudi Arabia appoints Sheikh Saleh bin Fawzan al-Fawzan as new grand mufti
Summary
Saudi Arabia has appointed Sheikh Saleh bin Fawzan al-Fawzan as the new grand mufti. The decision was made by King Salman following a recommendation from Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Sheikh Saleh, a prominent Islamic scholar, takes over after the death of the previous grand mufti.Key Facts
- Sheikh Saleh bin Fawzan al-Fawzan is the new grand mufti of Saudi Arabia.
- King Salman appointed him based on his son, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's recommendation.
- Sheikh Saleh is 90 years old and known for his radio shows, books, and TV appearances.
- He gained attention from the Noor ala al-Darb radio program.
- He has faced criticism in Western media for past comments about Shia Muslims.
- His past fatwas include a 2016 order banning the mobile game "Pokemon Go" as gambling.
- He replaces Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Abdullah al-Sheikh, who passed away in September.
- The grand mufti is a highly influential Islamic leader, especially given Saudi Arabia's religious significance.
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