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Reports of King Fahd's health inaccurate

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Saudi officials informed ArabicNews.com that reports of King Fahd having gall bladder surgery are inaccurate.

Several news agencies have reported that the king had undergone surgery as a result of a gall bladder inflammation.

The Saudi official told ArabicNews.com that the King was admitted to the hospital, and that his condition is well, and that no surgery was performed.

Several Arab leaders had called the Saudi Crown prince, deputy premier and chairman of the national guard Abdullah Bin Abdul Aziz to inquire about the health of the King.

The king is reportedly in good condition and will not require surgery.

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