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In this November 7, 2011 file photo, Tunisian President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali joins his hands during a meeting marking the 21st anniversary of his ascent to power. — Photo by AP
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia's state news agency said Tunisia's ousted president has arrived in the kingdom.
The Saudi Press Agency cited a statement from the office of King Abdullah that said: ''we have welcomed in the Saudi kingdom the arrival of President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali and his family.''
The Friday statement said the decision to accept Ben Ali was made in light of ''the exceptional circumstances the Tunisian people are going through'' and with a ''wish for peace and security to the people of Tunis.''
No further details were immediately available.
