Saudi Crown Prince gives update on King Salman’s health

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has reassured the public about the health of King Salman bin Abdulaziz, following an announcement by the Royal Court last Sunday that the King is undergoing medical tests due to a “lung infection” – per the Saudi Press Agency (SPA).

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During Tuesday's weekly Cabinet meeting, chaired by the Crown Prince, he expressed his gratitude to everyone who inquired about the King’s health.

In a post shared via the Saudi Press Agency’s account on the platform "X" (formerly Twitter), the Crown Prince confirmed that the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' health is stable, offering prayers for his swift recovery and continued good health.

The Royal Court had announced in a statement on Sunday that King Salman was undergoing medical examinations based on the recommendations of royal physicians due to a lung infection.