ABU DHABI — Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed received a phone call from Israel's Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, the UAE's official news agency WAM reported on Friday.

During the call, they discussed ways to strengthen relations between the two countries and boost bilateral cooperation.

Abu Dhabi crown prince and the Israeli prime minister reviewed the developments of regional and international issues and topics, especially concerning the efforts to achieve peace and prosperity for the people of the region and the world at large.

The Israeli prime minister extended congratulations to Abu Dhabi's crown prince on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha and wished him good health. Bennett also wished for more progress and prosperity for the UAE and its people.

In turn, Sheikh Mohamed expressed his thanks and appreciation to the Israeli premier, wishing prosperity, peace and security on all mankind.

Sheikh Mohamed also congratulated Bennett on assuming the position of the prime minister of Israel, expressing his desire to work together for peace, stability, and development for the benefit of the region and all its people and the world at large. — SG