In a significant development within Saudi Arabia’s religious leadership, Sheikh Dr. Saleh bin Fawzan bin Abdullah Al-Fawzan has been appointed as the new Grand Mufti of the Kingdom. The announcement was made by the Saudi Press Agency on Thursday, October 23, 2025, following a royal decree issued by the Saudi monarchy. Sheikh Al-Fawzan will also assume the roles of Chairman of the Council of Senior Scholars and General President of the General Presidency for Scholarly Research and Fatwa, holding the rank of Minister. This appointment marks a pivotal moment in the Kingdom’s religious governance, as the Grand Mufti plays a crucial role in issuing religious edicts (fatwas) and guiding Islamic jurisprudence in the country. The decision underscores the Saudi government’s commitment to maintaining a robust and authoritative religious framework. Sheikh Al-Fawzan, a renowned Islamic scholar, brings extensive expertise and influence to the position, which is expected to shape the Kingdom’s religious discourse in the years to come.