"We have lost a wise leader who dedicated his life and efforts to serve his nation, and he remained the guardian of security and stability in the country as well as in the region," Amin Al-Jaafri, deputy speaker of the Shoura Council, said Saturday following the death of King Abdullah. "The health care services witnessed tremendous developments under the late King Abdullah's regime," the minister said, adding that his efforts **t only benefited the country but also promoted the religion of Islam and peace at global and regional levels.