JEDDAH, 16 May 2004 — Crown Prince Abdullah yesterday warned terrorists and their supporters that the Kingdom would not allow them to tarnish its international image.

Saudis and their government were “against those who undermine the Kingdom’s security and try to damage the country’s reputation,” he told a group of citizens from the southern Asir region.

The crown prince reiterated that the government was determined to track down “this deviant group, who have abandoned the Islamic nation and faith” and violated humane values.

Speaking to another group of citizens from Taif, Prince Abdullah said the Kingdom would nail the terrorists sooner or later. “Leave the matter of this deviant and aggressive group to us,” he said. “We will go after them no matter how long it takes.”

Both groups of citizens had come to see the crown prince to pledge their support in the fight against terror.