Saudi, Egyptian foreign ministers discuss de-escalation, condemn Iran attacks

March 17, 2026 | 03:38 PM
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan received Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Egyptians Abroad, Badr Abdelatty, on Tuesday.
Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan received Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Egyptians Abroad, Badr Abdelatty, on Tuesday.
March 17, 2026 | 03:38 PM
Last Updated: March 17, 2026 | 03:38 PM
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RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan received Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Egyptians Abroad, Badr Abdelatty, on Tuesday.

During the meeting, the two ministers discussed efforts to de-escalate tensions in the region in a way that contributes to restoring security and stability.

They also renewed their condemnation of Iran’s continued attacks against the Kingdom and other Arab countries.