Saudi Arabia and Iran have resumed high-level diplomatic engagement, with Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan holding a phone conversation with his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi, marking their first official contact since recent hostilities in the Gulf.
According to the Saudi Foreign Ministry, the two leaders discussed the latest regional developments and explored ways to reduce tensions to restore stability and security.
The call comes shortly after a two-week ceasefire was announced involving the United States and Israel, raising hopes for broader de-escalation across the region.
In parallel diplomatic outreach, Prince Faisal also held conversations with his counterparts from United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Turkiye, and Jordan, underscoring a coordinated regional effort to stabilise the situation.
Saudi Arabia welcomed the ceasefire, expressing hope that it would pave the way for a comprehensive and lasting reduction in hostilities. The kingdom also emphasised the need to halt attacks that violate the sovereignty and security of regional states.
Furthermore, Riyadh called for the reopening of the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz and stressed the importance of safeguarding maritime routes in the Gulf.
The Saudi statement also commended Pakistan’s role in facilitating the truce, highlighting the efforts of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff Asim Munir in supporting diplomatic efforts that led to the temporary ceasefire.
