King Salman bin Abdulaziz’s path to the throne in pictures

Salman bin Abdulaziz was crowned King of Saudi Arabia on Friday following the passing of King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz.

Below are a series of photographs documenting King Salman’s path to the throne. Some of the photos were taken during his time as Emir of the Kingdom’s capital of Riyadh, a post he held for more than 50 years.

King Salman was appointed Crown Prince by King Abdullah in 2012.