Funeral prayer for Abdullah bin Abdulaziz held

In the capital of Saudi Arabia, Riyadh, the funeral prayer was held for the late King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz, who died early this morning at the age of 90, writes the BH News Agency Patria.

A large number of officials and leaders from around the world attended the funeral prayer, and the burial will be held in a cemetery whose location is unknown. The funeral prayer was performed without any special markings, modestly and with dignity. The coffin of the late king was carried by his sons and family members.

All leading world media outlets published the news of the death of the King of Saudi Arabia, his image and work. He ascended to the throne in 2005, and will be succeeded by his brother Salman.