Myth:  The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia funds terrorism.

Fact:  Saudi Arabia condemns terrorism in all its forms, and does not give money to terrorists or terrorist organizations.

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The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has repeatedly and unequivocally condemned terrorism and has affirmed its full support and cooperation in the international coalition to combat terrorism. Saudi Arabia strongly condemns acts of terrorism, which contravene all religious values and human civilized concepts.

Saudi Arabia does not support or contribute to terrorism. Terrorism is against our religion and culture, and we have been victims of it for the past four decades. We monitor all financial transactions to ensure that no money goes to evildoers.

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"Any sane man who believes in God and understands the everlasting message of Islam, stands opposed to terrorism as a crime against all humanity. We in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are fully prepared to cooperate in every manner to bring about an end to the scourge of terrorism." 

Crown Prince Abdullah bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Prime Minister, Commander of National Guard.

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The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Allies Against Terrorism

Saudi Arabian Information Office

August, 2002