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Ibn Saud launched a coup and proclaimed himself King of Saudi Arabia

Ibn Saud (1876-1953) was the founder and first king of Saudi Arabia. He launched a coup in 1927, overthrowing the then Hibe dynasty and establishing himself as the King of Saudi Arabia in 1932, establishing the modern state of Saudi Arabia.

Ibn Saud launched a coup and proclaimed himself King of Saudi Arabia

In an alternate timeline, Ibn Saud launched a coup and proclaimed himself King of Saudi Arabia, but a key factor changed the course of history. The fictional story below explores the consequences of this modification.

1926

Instead of proclaiming himself as the King of Saudi Arabia, Ibn Saud establishes a constitutional monarchy.

1928

The Saudi Arabian Constitution is drafted, guaranteeing basic rights and freedoms for the citizens.

1932

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is officially established under the constitutional monarchy.

1938

Oil is discovered in Saudi Arabia, transforming the nation's economy.

1945

Saudi Arabia becomes a founding member of the United Nations.

1955

King Fahd bin Abdulaziz Al Saud ascends to the throne and initiates social and economic reforms.

1979

A wave of protests demanding political reforms and greater civil liberties sweeps across Saudi Arabia.

1980

King Fahd introduces a series of political reforms, allowing for more citizen participation and the formation of political parties.

1990

Saudi Arabia supports Iraq during the Gulf War, leading to strained relations with the United States and its allies.

2005

King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud implements comprehensive social and economic reforms, promoting gender equality and diversifying the economy.

2011

Inspired by the Arab Spring, Saudi Arabian citizens demand further political reforms, leading to peaceful negotiations between the government and various opposition groups.

2025

Saudi Arabia becomes a constitutional democracy with a bicameral legislature and a directly elected monarch.

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