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      Saudi Arabia, officially known as the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, is a country in the Middle East, known for its rich Islamic heritage, significant oil reserves, and evolving socio-political landscape. It is the birthplace of Islam, housing the religion’s two holiest sites, Mecca and Medina, making it a major center for Islamic pilgrimage and culture. The country has been ruled by the Al Saud family since its establishment in 1932, with Riyadh as its capital.

      Saudi Arabia’s economy is primarily driven by oil, which accounts for a significant portion of its GDP and export revenues. In recent years, the kingdom has pursued economic diversification under Vision 2030, a strategic plan spearheaded by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS). The vision aims to reduce dependence on oil by fostering sectors like tourism, entertainment, and technology, along with implementing social reforms, such as expanding women’s rights, easing restrictions on entertainment, and promoting moderate Islam. However, the country’s human rights record, particularly concerning freedom of speech, women's rights, and treatment of dissent, remains a point of international criticism.

      In terms of social reforms, MBS announced in 2018 that women in Saudi Arabia would be allowed to drive and have greater freedom in public spaces, marking a significant shift in the traditionally conservative kingdom.

      In July 2024, BOOM fact-checked a misleading post that revived an ambiguous quote from 2018 attributed to the crown prince, suggesting that Saudi women could freely choose not to wear an abaya or head cover.

      BOOM’s investigation found that the quote was misinterpreted and misrepresented, failing to accurately reflect the context of Saudi Arabia’s dress code changes.

      No, PM Modi Did Not Wear An Arab-Style Headgear To Woo Investors In Saudi Arabia
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      No, PM Modi Did Not Wear An Arab-Style Headgear To Woo Investors In Saudi Arabia  

      - By Sk Badiruddin   |   30 Oct 2019 2:49 PM IST

      No, Saudi Arabians Are Not Celebrating Lifting Of COVID-19 Lockdown
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      No, Saudi Arabians Are Not Celebrating Lifting Of COVID-19 Lockdown  

      - By AFP   |   14 May 2020 8:09 PM IST

      2017 Saudi Military Parade Shared As Preparations for 2020 Hajj
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      2017 Saudi Military Parade Shared As Preparations for 2020 Hajj  

      - By AFP   |   7 Aug 2020 8:02 PM IST

      Viral Saudi Prince Quote On Women Wearing What They Choose is Misleading
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      Viral Saudi Prince Quote On Women Wearing What They Choose is Misleading  

      - By Archis Chowdhury   |   29 Feb 2024 3:34 PM IST

      Posts Showing Cleaning Near Masjid Al Nabawi After Smriti Iranis Visit Are Misleading
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      Posts Showing Cleaning Near Masjid Al Nabawi After Smriti Irani's Visit Are Misleading  

      - By Hazel Gandhi   |   16 Jan 2024 3:32 PM IST

      Old Video Peddled As Saudi Imam Arrested After Speaking Against Israel
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      Old Video Peddled As Saudi Imam Arrested After Speaking Against Israel  

      - By Hazel Gandhi   |   11 Nov 2023 2:44 PM IST

      Old Video Of Saudi Prince Denouncing Israel Revived
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      Old Video Of Saudi Prince Denouncing Israel Revived  

      - By Archis Chowdhury   |   20 Oct 2023 4:42 PM IST

      Video Of PM Modis Gold Bust Made By Gujarat Jeweller Viral As Saudi Arabia
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      Video Of PM Modi's Gold Bust Made By Gujarat Jeweller Viral As Saudi Arabia  

      - By Srijit Das   |   14 Sept 2023 2:01 PM IST

      Morphed Photo Revived As PM Modi Bowing Down To Saudi King
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      - By Srijit Das   |   27 May 2023 1:14 PM IST

      Old Video of Women Brawling On Road In Saudi Arabia Shared As Bengaluru
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      Old Video of Women Brawling On Road In Saudi Arabia Shared As Bengaluru  

      - By Hazel Gandhi   |   11 May 2023 1:36 PM IST

      No, Saudi Arabia Has Not Banned Loudspeakers in Mosques
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      No, Saudi Arabia Has Not Banned Loudspeakers in Mosques  

      - By Mohammad Salman   |   21 March 2023 12:48 PM IST

      Video Of Building Demolition In Saudi Arabia Peddled As Turkey Quake
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      Video Of Building Demolition In Saudi Arabia Peddled As Turkey Quake  

      - By Hazel Gandhi   |   10 Feb 2023 8:23 PM IST

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