Indian scholar recalls King Abdullah's excellent role

(MENAFN- Arab News) 'To Allah we belong and to Him we shall return' said Indian Islamic scholar Sheikh Abubaker Ahmed. 'I express my heartfelt condolences on the sad demise of King Abdullah. I join the family of King Abdullah and other members of the royal family in their sorrow and grief' he added.Sheikh Abubaker said: 'I would like to recall that under King Abdullah who took the throne in 2005 Saudi Arabia has been playing a key role for the wellbeing of the world in a wider sense. He stood solidly against the inhuman militants and global terrorism. He was a true follower of his predecessors who led the Kingdom toward progress and prosperity. King Abdullah was instrumental in promoting strong bilateral relations and international cooperation.'May Almighty Allah forgive him and reward him with His paradise for his great services to the Ummah. We beseech Allah to strengthen the royal family so that they can achieve greater achievements.'