Saudi FM Receives Phone Call from Qatari Premier and Foreign Minister
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At a glance
- Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah spoke with Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani via phone.
- The leaders discussed recent regional developments and condemned Iranian attacks on Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan.
- They also addressed threats to maritime navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and emphasized joint efforts to de-escalate tensions.
Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister, Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, held a phone conversation with Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani. The discussion focused on the latest regional developments and included a strong condemnation of recent Iranian attacks.
Both leaders specifically denounced the Iranian assaults on Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan. Additionally, they voiced concerns over the ongoing threats to maritime navigation in the critical Strait of Hormuz. The conversation underscored the shared regional security challenges faced by both nations.
During the call, Prince Faisal and Sheikh Mohammed reviewed ongoing efforts aimed at restoring security and stability within the region. They stressed the importance of sustained coordination and collaborative action to effectively de-escalate rising tensions. The ministers also highlighted the need to mitigate the negative repercussions of the current crisis on both regional and international levels.
Originally published by Asharq Al-Awsat. Summarized and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.