Prince Charles and David Cameron Mourn Saudi King Abdullah

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QuotePrince Charles and David Cameron arrived in Saudi Arabia yesterday to pay their respects after the death of King Abdullah – despite mounting protests over the country's 'appalling' human rights record.

There were also claims that flying the Union Jack at half-mast last week was unnecessary, because the Saudis had not lowered their own flag.

The Prince of Wales, Mr Cameron and other leaders were set to meet the new ruler King Salman in the capital, Riyadh. But the visit was dogged by claims that UK tributes – including lowering flags at Buckingham Palace and Downing Street – were inappropriate.

Tory MP Sarah Wollaston ridiculed Mr Cameron's claim that Abdullah, ruler of a strict Islamic country, had fostered 'understanding between faiths'.

More: Prince Charles and David Cameron mourn Saudi King Abdullah despite mounting protests over the country's 'appalling' human rights record | Daily Mail

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