21.   The Saudi interior minister, Prince Nayef, has said authorities do not suspect political motives for the bombings.

22.   Tomba said that even if he became a vocal advocate of change, others might suspect his motives.

23.   He said he suspected sectarian motive behind the mosque attack, adding it was not yet clear whether there was any connection with the blast.

24.   The new policy had a mixed reception, with some welcoming it wholeheartedly and others suspecting ulterior motives.