(WASHINGTON, DC) – In response to a question from the media regarding reports circulating in German social media and other news outlets that the Kingdom plans to build 200 mosques in Germany, Ambassador Osama Ahmed Nugali, head of the Media Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stated:
“The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as the Custodian of Two Holy Mosques and the birthplace of Islam is committed to supporting Muslim communities around the world. Building mosques in other countries is arranged in close coordination with the governments of those countries in order to facilitate the ability of Muslim citizens and residents to practice their faith.”
With regard to reports that Saudi Arabia plans to build 200 mosques in Germany, Ambassador Nugali said, “This issue is not under consideration and no discussions have taken place with the German government about it. Therefore, the reports are without basis or truth.”
