Saudi Crown Prince Apologizes for Not Attending G7 Summit in Italy

Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman

Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz informed Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni of his inability to attend the Group of Seven (G7) summit on Friday due to Hajj season.
In a cable, the Crown Prince said he won't be able to participate in the summit slated for June 14 in Italy due to his commitments to oversee the annual Hajj season.
The Crown Prince thanked the Italian prime minister for the invitation to participate in the communication session of the G7 summit.
The Prince noted the strength of the relationship between their countries and wished Italian authorities success in hosting the summit.