Saudi King interviewed in CBS 60 minutes in his current visit to USA. Here's what he said.
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On Islam:
... acknowledged that Saudi Arabia has been dominated by an ultraconservative interpretation of Islam that was wary of non-Muslims, deprived women of basic rights and constricted social life by banning movie theaters and music.
“We were victims, especially my generation that suffered from this a great deal,” he said of the wave of conservatism that spread through the kingdom after 1979.
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"ultraconservative interpretation" : তোমরা যারা সালাফি মুভমেন্টে বিশ্বাসি। Take note.
"wary of non-Muslims" : আল আলা-ওয়াল বারাআ?
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On Women’s Rights:
When asked if women were equal to men, Prince Mohammed said: “Absolutely. We are all human beings and there is no difference.”
ফেমিনিষ্টস : Please praise him.
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On Purge of Princes:
“What we did in Saudi Arabia was extremely necessary,” Prince Mohammed said of the arrests. “All actions taken were in accordance with existing and published laws.”
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On His Wealth:
...he is imposing new taxes on Saudi citizens
he bought a yacht for a half-billion dollars,
a French chateau for more than $300 million
painting for $450 million.
In the interview, Prince Mohammed said his private spending was his business.
“As far as my private expenses, I’m a rich person and not a poor person,” he said. “I’m not Gandhi or Mandela.”
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Appreciate : Rich men. Please take note.
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On Becoming King:
given his young age, he could rule Saudi Arabia for 50 years.
“If things go their normal ways, then that’s to be expected,” he said.
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