Free her son and says he is not their enemy. Saudi arabia staterun television says King Abdullah has died. He became head of the oilrich country in 2005 and over the years, further strengthened ties with the united states. Japanese government leaders are watching the clock to free two nationals believed to be held by Islamic State wind down. Theyve been working the phones and reaching out to the International Community for help. The militants are demanding that a ransom of 200 million be paid within 72 hours. Prime minister shinzo abe spoke with tony abbott in australia and David Cameron in britain. Abe asked for their assistance in gathering information and help freeing the two men. Abbott promised to do his best to facilitate the release of the hostages. Cameron promised to stand by japan and offer any possible assistance. Video posted online shows kenji goto and Haruna Yukawa kneeling on the ground. A purported Islamic State member threatens to kill them if the demand is not met. Of