Riyadh: Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received a phone call from Minister for Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates of the Arab Republic of Egypt Dr. Badr Abdelatty. During the call, the two sides discussed the latest developments in the region, condemned and denounced the recent Iranian attacks targeting the Kingdom of Bahrain and the threats to maritime navigation, and stressed 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.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the conversation between the foreign ministers highlighted the shared concerns of both nations over the escalating threats in the region. The ministers expressed their mutual condemnation of the Iranian attacks, which have increased tensions and posed significant risks to maritime navigation. They reiterated the urgency of collaborative efforts to mitigate these threats and emphasized the necessity of diplomatic negotiations to ensure regional stability.
The call underscores the strategic partnership between Saudi Arabia and Egypt, as both countries reiterated their commitment to safeguarding regional peace and security. The foreign ministers called for a unified response from the international community to address these threats and to support initiatives aimed at reducing tensions and fostering dialogue.