Foreign Policy
Saudi Arabia’s Appointment of Ultraconservative Grand Mufti Signals Troubling Religious Rigidity
By Patriot News Investigative Desk
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October 23, 2025
Saudi Arabia’s selection of Sheikh Saleh bin Fawzan al-Fawzan, known for incendiary sectarian rhetoric and regressive fatwas, underscores the kingdom’s ongoing struggle between reform and entrenched ultraconservatism—posing risks for regional security and America’s strategic goals.
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