alSuud

alSuud is a prominent Saudi Arabian family that has played a central role in the history of the country. The name literally translates to "son of Saud" and refers to descendants of Saud bin Muhammad Al Muqrin. The family's influence began in the 18th century when Muhammad ibn Saud, the first Saudi state's founder, allied with the religious leader Muhammad ibn Abd al-Wahhab. This alliance formed the basis of the Saudi state and the spread of Wahhabism.

Over centuries, the alSuud family has been instrumental in unifying various tribes and regions of the Arabian Peninsula. Their rule has been marked by periods of consolidation and expansion, punctuated by challenges and setbacks. The modern Kingdom of Saudi Arabia was founded in 1932 by Abdulaziz bin Abdul Rahman Al Saud, often referred to as Ibn Saud, a member of the alSuud family. He is considered the father of the modern Saudi nation.

Since its establishment, the alSuud family has maintained a tight grip on political power in Saudi Arabia, with the monarchy passing down through generations of male descendants of Ibn Saud. The family's vast wealth, largely derived from the country's oil reserves, has enabled them to maintain significant influence both domestically and internationally. Members of the alSuud family hold key positions in government, military, and economic institutions within Saudi Arabia.