Former US President Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) held a phone conversation on Friday to discuss the escalating crisis in the Middle East following Israeli attacks on Iran. The call focused on the urgent need for restraint and a return to diplomatic engagement to avoid further regional destabilization.
As reported by AlArabiya, both leaders emphasized the importance of self-restraint and de-escalation, highlighting the need to resolve disputes through peaceful and diplomatic means. They also reaffirmed their commitment to continued cooperation in promoting stability and security across the region.
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In a separate development, the White House confirmed that Trump also spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. While the details of that conversation were not disclosed, it comes amid mounting international pressure to curb the cycle of retaliatory attacks between Israel and Iran.
Meanwhile, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer also held a conversation with President Trump, during which he voiced serious concerns over Iran’s nuclear program. A Downing Street spokeswoman stated that Starmer reiterated Britain’s grave stance and called for coordinated global efforts to prevent further escalation.
