<p>The official says Saudi's Communications and Information Technology Commission blocked the site Saturday and an error message shows up when Internet users try to access it.<br />He says Facebook's content had "crossed a line" with the kingdom's conservative morals, but that blocking the site is a temporary measure.The official spoke on condition of anonymity because he wasn't authorized to speak to the media.Saudi Arabia follows a strict interpretation of Islam and religious leaders have strong influence over policy making and social mores.Pakistan and Bangladesh both imposed temporary bans on Facebook this year.</p>
<p>The official says Saudi's Communications and Information Technology Commission blocked the site Saturday and an error message shows up when Internet users try to access it.<br />He says Facebook's content had "crossed a line" with the kingdom's conservative morals, but that blocking the site is a temporary measure.The official spoke on condition of anonymity because he wasn't authorized to speak to the media.Saudi Arabia follows a strict interpretation of Islam and religious leaders have strong influence over policy making and social mores.Pakistan and Bangladesh both imposed temporary bans on Facebook this year.</p>