Saudi, Iraqi Defense Ministers Discuss Regional Developments 

Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz. (SPA)
Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz. (SPA)
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Saudi, Iraqi Defense Ministers Discuss Regional Developments 

Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz. (SPA)
Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz. (SPA)

Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz received on Tuesday a telephone call from his Iraqi counterpart Thabet Mohammed Al-Abbasi.

They discussed fraternal relations between their countries and explored ways to boost collaboration in the military and defense fields.

They also reviewed the latest developments in the region and efforts exerted to achieve security and stability.



Saudi Arabia Expresses Concern Over India-Pakistan Escalation

Indian security personnel inspect the site of a militant attack on tourists at Pahalgam in Indian controlled Kashmir, Wednesday, April 23, 2025. (AP Photo, File)
Indian security personnel inspect the site of a militant attack on tourists at Pahalgam in Indian controlled Kashmir, Wednesday, April 23, 2025. (AP Photo, File)
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Saudi Arabia Expresses Concern Over India-Pakistan Escalation

Indian security personnel inspect the site of a militant attack on tourists at Pahalgam in Indian controlled Kashmir, Wednesday, April 23, 2025. (AP Photo, File)
Indian security personnel inspect the site of a militant attack on tourists at Pahalgam in Indian controlled Kashmir, Wednesday, April 23, 2025. (AP Photo, File)

Saudi Arabia on Wednesday expressed concern over the escalating tension between India and Pakistan and the continued exchange of fire along the border areas.
A statement issued by the Saudi Foreign Ministry said the Kingdom called on both nations to de-escalate and resolve their disagreements through diplomatic channels.

It also called on them to uphold the principles of good neighborliness, and strive for stability and peace in a manner that serves the interests of their people and the region.