World Leaders Head to Saudi Arabia to Pay Their Respects

Among world leaders expressing condolences, U.S. President Barack Obama offered the sympathies of the American people to the Saudi people and royal family.  Mr. Obama said the king always was candid and had the courage of his convictions, including using the U.S.-Saudi relationship as a force for security and stability. A White House statement Saturday said President Obama will travel to Riyadh Tuesday to pay his respects to the new king and the family of the late king.  Mr....

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