Iranian and Saudi Foreign Ministers Hold First Call Since Middle East War Eruption

The foreign ministers of Iran and Saudi Arabia have held their first direct phone call since the eruption of the Middle East war. This significant diplomatic engagement could signal potential de-escalation efforts or discussions.

9 Apr, 09:10 — 9 Apr, 09:38

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This phone call is significant as it marks the first high-level diplomatic contact between Iran and Saudi Arabia since the recent Middle East conflict began. It could signal a potential de-escalation of regional tensions and a return to dialogue between the two rival powers.

Key entitiesPrince Faisal bin Farhan Abbas Araghchi Saudi Foreign Ministry

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The Saudi and Iranian Foreign Ministers held their first official phone call.
The call occurred after the eruption of the Middle East war.
Saudi Foreign Minister is Prince Faisal bin Farhan.
Iranian Foreign Minister is Abbas Araghchi.

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Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan received a phone call from his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi.

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The call was the first official contact between the two foreign ministers since the start of the conflict.

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The discussion focused on ways to reduce tensions.

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DawnMostly Factual10h ago

Iran, Saudi FMs hold first call since start of conflict, discuss ways to reduce tensions

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan received a phone call from his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi, the Saudi foreign ministry said on Thursday. It marked the first official contact between the countries since Tehran launched strikes against its Gulf neighbours in retaliation for Israeli-American attacks. “During the call, they reviewed the latest developments and discussed ways to reduce tensions to restore security and stability in the region,” the Saudi ministry said. ...

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rudawMixed10h ago

Iranian, Saudi FMs hold first call since eruption of Middle East war - rudaw.net

Iranian, Saudi FMs hold first call since eruption of Middle East war rudaw.net

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First report: naharnet · 9 Apr, 08:52|Full coverage: 4 · 3h|Window: 3h

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naharnet9 Apr, 08:52First to report

Saudi, Iranian FMs hold first call since start of war - Naharnet

Dawn9 Apr, 09:10

Iran, Saudi FMs hold first call since start of conflict, discuss ways to reduce tensions

rudaw9 Apr, 09:38

Iranian, Saudi FMs hold first call since eruption of Middle East war - rudaw.net

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iefimerida9 Apr, 11:23Latest update

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Iranian and Saudi Foreign Ministers Hold First Call Since Middle East War Eruption

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Iran, Saudi FMs hold first call since start of conflict, discuss ways to reduce tensions

Iranian, Saudi FMs hold first call since eruption of Middle East war - rudaw.net

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Saudi, Iranian FMs hold first call since start of war - Naharnet

Iran, Saudi FMs hold first call since start of conflict, discuss ways to reduce tensions

Iranian, Saudi FMs hold first call since eruption of Middle East war - rudaw.net

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