31Jan2008 Saudi Women See a Brighter Road on Rights (WP)

Washington Post, 31 Jan 08

Various comments by the King and leading members of the Saudi Government suggest that the ban on women driving in Saudi Arabia will soon be lifted. Such a move would be consistent with King Abdullah's championing of women's rights while recognising the conservative nature of Saudi society.

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