Putin discusses Middle East situation with Saudi Crown Prince
Russian President Vladimir Putin held a telephone conversation with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud. They discussed the situation in the Middle East and the cooperation between the two countries.
Russian President Vladimir Putin held a telephone conversation with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud. They discussed the situation in the Middle East and the cooperation between the two countries. This was reported by the press service of the Kremlin.
During the conversation, the interlocutors called for a diplomatic settlement of the Middle East crisis. Mr. Putin and Mr. Al Saud confirmed the need for an early cessation of hostilities in Yemen, as well as the creation of conditions for the launch of a “constructive inter-Yemeni dialogue under the auspices of the United Nations.”.
The interlocutors also stressed the need to ensure safe and unhindered passage of ships in the Bab el-Mandeb and Hormuz Straits. Vladimir Putin congratulated the crown prince on the upcoming holiday – the Proclamation Day of Saudi Arabia. The parties agreed to continue contacts at different levels.
