Saudi Gazette report

RIYADH — Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman received phone calls on Sunday from French President Emmanuel Macron and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to discuss the escalating situation in the region following Israeli and U.S. military actions against Iran.

The discussions focused on the ramifications of the Israeli strikes on Iran and the U.S. attack on Iranian nuclear facilities earlier in the day.

During both calls, Crown Prince Mohammed reaffirmed the Kingdom’s firm position calling for restraint, avoiding escalation, and resolving all disputes through diplomatic means.

The leaders also reviewed efforts to contain the crisis and maintain regional stability.