Saudi Crown Prince, Putin Discuss Regional Escalation
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Putin discussed Middle East tensions and Yemen’s worsening security situation.
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Riyadh: Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke over the phone on Tuesday about the recent developments in the Middle East, with a particular emphasis on the region's weaker security situation.
The two presidents also reviewed Yemen's catastrophic military and political situation, which is marked by further escalation by Houthi forces and growing concerns about regional stability.
Putin and the Saudi Crown Prince pointed out the importance of ending hostilities in Yemen quickly, as well as political and diplomatic efforts to address the broader regional situation. They also emphasized the necessity of guaranteeing safe, uninterrupted maritime travel through vital international waterways such as the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb, which are both critical routes for global trade and energy shipments.
