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with whom he worked for nearly ten years, rising through the ranks to become the king's bodyguard. Because of his excellent professional abilities, quick wit, and good behavior, King Salman appointed him as his bodyguard. Additionally, in 2017, he was elevated from brigadier general to major general.
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Ministry of National Guard's King Khalid Military College in 1989, and graduated in 1991. Al-Fagham also received training in the Thunderbolt, which qualified him to protect the country's most
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Abdulaziz was killed by Saudi Authorities, came by, and an altercation erupted over an old personal issue. Al Ali left the house then came back with a weapon, and fired shots which struck Al-Fagham. The houseowner’s brother and a Filipino houseworker were also injured. Ali was eventually
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298:, the governor of Riyadh, authorized a proposal to rename a street in Riyadh after Major General Abdulaziz Al-Fagham on 9 October 2019. This decision was made to show appreciation for his service to the leadership and the country.
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