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News24
3 hours ago
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After 20 years in a coma Saudi Arabia's ‘sleeping prince' is laid to rest at 36
Saudi prince Alwaleed bin Khaled bin Talal Al Saud (36), known as the 'sleeping prince', has died after being taken off life support, after 20 years in a coma. His father, Prince Khaled bin Talal Al Saud shared the news of his death, on 19 July, on X with a quote from the Quran. 'O reassured soul, return to your Lord, well-pleased and pleasing [to Him], and enter among His servants and enter His Paradise,' the bereaved father wrote. {يَا أَيَّتُهَا النَّفْسُ الْمُطْمَئِنَّةُ، ارْجِعِي إِلَىٰ رَبِّكِ رَاضِيَةً مَّرْضِيَّةً، فَادْخُلِي فِي عِبَادِي، وَادْخُلِي جَنَّتِي} بقلوب مؤمنة بقضاء الله وقدره وببالغ الحزن والأسى ننعى إبننا الغالي الأمير الوليد بن خالد بن طلال بن عبدالعزيز آل سعود رحمه الله الذي انتقل… — خالد بن طلال بن عبد العزيز ( أبو الوليد ) (@allah_cure_dede) July 19, 2025 'With hearts that believe in God's will and destiny, and with great sadness and sorrow we mourn our beloved son, Prince Alwaleed bin Khaled bin Talal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, may God have mercy on him, who passed away today.' Prince Alwaleed was born in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on 18 April 1990, the oldest son of Prince Khaled, the nephew of Prince Alwaleed bin Talal and the great-grandson of King Abdulaziz, known as the founder and first king of Saudi Arabia. READ MORE | How flash flooding in Texas turned an idyllic summer holiday into a death trap at Camp Mystic As a member of the royal family, the prince had a bright future ahead of him, but in 2005 everything changed. He was 15 years old and attending a military college in London when he was involved in a devastating car crash that left him with critical internal injuries and a brain haemorrhage. Prince Alwaleed's family had him transferred from the UK to Riyadh, to the King Abdulaziz Medical City. He was placed on a ventilator, feeding tube and other equipment to keep him alive. Prince Khaled refused to withdraw life support from his son, believing that one day he could wake up. He would decorate the prince's room for special occasions such as Ramadan, Eid and Saudi National Day. And he regularly visited his son, praying over him and allowing visitors who were willing to pray for the prince too. صلاة التهجد ليلة ٢٩ من شهر رمضان المبارك ١٤٤٦ عند ابني وحبيبي الوليد الله يشفيه ويعافيه ويشفي مرضانا ومرضاكم ومرضى المسلمين اللهم تقبل منا ومنكم صالح الاعمال — خالد بن طلال بن عبد العزيز ( أبو الوليد ) (@allah_cure_dede) March 29, 2025 In 2020 it was reported that the prince had moved his finger after being greeted by a guest, which sparked a new wave of hope for not only the family, but also for those who followed the story for years. However, no medical improvement to the prince's consciousness was ever recorded. No one knows what prompted Prince Khaled to withdraw life support for his son after a two-decade-long vigil, but condolences have been pouring in for the family. The Global Imams Council, which represents Muslim religious leaders across the world, shared their condolences in a statement on X. Statement On the Passing of Prince Alwaleed bin Khaled bin Talal Al Saud — Global Imams Council (GIC) (@ImamsOrg) July 19, 2025 'As we share the grief of the Royal Family on this solemn occasion, we recall with deep respect the patience and steadfastness demonstrated by his father, Prince Khaled bin Talal, and his family – a testament to their profound faith in the will and decree of Allah.'
Time of India
2 days ago
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- Time of India
Saudi Arabia's ‘Sleeping Prince' dies: Why was Prince Alwaleed bin Khaled called so
The 'Sleeping Prince' Prince Alwaleed bin Khaled with his father Prince Khaled bin Talal Al Saud In a moment that has left hearts heavy across Saudi Arabia and beyond, Prince Alwaleed bin Khaled bin Talal Al Saud, popularly known as the 'Sleeping Prince', passed away on July 19, 2025, the Royal Court confirmed through the Saudi Press Agency. Prince Alwaleed bin Khaled was 36 years old. His death brings a quiet end to a long, painful chapter of unwavering hope, patience, and fatherly devotion. Why is Prince Alwaleed bin Khaled called Saudi Arabia's 'Sleeping Prince' Prince Alwaleed bin Khaled's life changed forever in 2005 when, at the age of 15, a devastating car accident left him with severe brain injuries. He was studying at a military academy in London at that time. What was supposed to be the start of a bright, promising future became a two-decade-long battle between life and death for the Prince. Despite getting some of the best medical care in the world from American, Spanish, and Saudi specialists, and countless prayers, Prince Alwaleed remained in a coma. He only responded occasionally with minimal movements that kept his family's hope alive. During this difficult time, his father Prince Khaled bin Talal Al Saud became a symbol of unconditional love and undying faith. Over the years, he refused to give up on his son, rejecting calls to withdraw life support. Instead, he turned his palace into a sanctuary of prayers, often posting emotional messages and Quranic recitations on social media. Videos of the prince slightly moving to Quranic verses would often go viral, touching millions of hearts across the Arab world. For Prince Khaled, every small sign from the Sleeping Prince felt like a divine message of hope that one day his beloved son might open his eyes again. But, this never happened. The Sleeping Prince stayed in coma for 20 years, and passed away on July 19, 2025. Sharing the news of the passing away of his beloved son, Prince Khaled quoted the Quran and wrote in his emotional post on X (formerly Twitter), 'O reassured soul, return to your Lord, well-pleased and pleasing [to Him], and enter My Paradise…' With a heart full of faith in Allah's decree, the grieving father bid farewell to his son after 19 long years of standing by his side. Funeral prayers for Prince Alwaleed bin Khaled is scheduled for Sunday, July 20. For men, the prayer will be held after Asr at Imam Turki bin Abdullah Mosque in Riyadh, and for women, it followed Dhuhr at King Faisal Specialist Hospital. The palace opened its doors to mourners for three days, welcoming men in the Al-Fakhriyah district and women after Maghrib prayer. Prince Alwaleed's life became a rare and powerful story of hope, heartbreak, and a father's endless devotion. His memory will live on— not just as Saudi Arabia's 'Sleeping Prince,' but as a young soul who inspired millions to believe in love, prayer, and perseverance even in the face of impossible odds. Royal Showdown Caught on Camera: Harry & Charles' Teams Clash | Body Language Expert Breaks It Down
