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Saudi, Egyptian and Qatari foreign ministers denounce threats to maritime navigation in phone call
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Saudi, Egyptian and Qatari foreign ministers denounce threats to maritime navigation in phone call

From Saudi Gazette · () English

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  • Foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Qatar condemned recent Iranian attacks and threats to maritime navigation.
  • They emphasized the need for joint efforts to de-escalate tensions and return to negotiations for regional peace.
  • Discussions also covered the latest regional developments and adherence to the US-Iran agreement.

The foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Qatar have jointly condemned recent Iranian attacks targeting Bahrain and threats to maritime navigation. The condemnation came during separate phone calls on Saturday.

During their conversations, the ministers stressed the importance of intensifying joint efforts to de-escalate regional tensions and return to negotiation tracks. Their goal is to preserve peace and security across the region. The officials also discussed the latest developments impacting the Middle East.

Specifically, Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan spoke with Egyptian Minister for Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Dr. Badr Abdelatty. They underscored the necessity of collaborative efforts to reduce tensions and resume dialogue for regional stability.

the importance of intensifying joint efforts to de-escalate tensions and return to the negotiation track in a manner that preserves peace and security across the region.

โ€” Saudi and Egyptian Foreign MinistersStated during a phone call regarding regional stability.

In a separate call, Prince Faisal and Qatarโ€™s Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani discussed the importance of adhering to the US-Iran agreement. They also highlighted the need for further efforts to ensure the success of negotiation processes and achieve comprehensive solutions that bolster regional security and stability.

Prince Faisal also held a phone call with Mauritaniaโ€™s Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Mauritanians Abroad Mohamed Salem Ould Merzoug. Their discussion focused on current regional developments and issues of mutual interest.

the importance of adhering to the US-Iran agreement, exerting further efforts to ensure the success of the negotiation process, and reaching comprehensive solutions that enhance security and stability across the region.

โ€” Saudi and Qatari Foreign MinistersDiscussed during their phone call concerning regional security.
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Originally published by Saudi Gazette. Summarized and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.