Saudi prince sacked over discrimination

The decree follows earlier accusations that Prince Mishaal had been encouraging the seizure of Najran lands to settle Sunni Yemeni tribesmen who are granted Saudi citizenship in an attempt to alter the area`s demographic and religious makeup. (Press TV) Saudi Arabia's King Abdullah removes a ruling family member from his post over discrimination against a minority Shia community, the Ismailis. "In response to the Interior Minister's report that Prince Mishaal, governor of Najran, wants to be removed from his post a decree has been issued relieving him," the royal decree stated. The decree follows earlier accusations that Prince Mishaal had been encouraging the seizure of Najran lands to settle Sunni Yemeni tribesmen who are granted Saudi citizenship in an... [read full story]