
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan received a phone call from Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi to discuss the latest regional escalation and ongoing diplomatic efforts to address the situation, according to a statement.
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RIYADH — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan received a phone call from his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi, during which they discussed the latest escalation in the region and ongoing efforts to address the situation.
The two ministers reviewed recent regional developments and diplomatic efforts concerning the escalation, according to a statement.

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