Support WBURFor The Saudis, A Smooth Succession At A Difficult MomentPlay03:54Download AudioDeborah AmosJanuary 23, 2015 ShareSaudi Arabia's King Salman, who assumed the throne on Friday, is shown at the G20 conference in Brisbane, Australia, on Nov. 15, 2014, when he was the crown prince. His succession went smoothly, but the new monarch faces a region in turmoil. (AP)