Israeli war aftermath: Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi meets Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to discuss regional stability
Jeddah | July 9, 2025
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman held a meeting on Tuesday at Al-Salam Palace in Jeddah with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and his accompanying delegation, according to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA).
The meeting was part of ongoing efforts to strengthen Saudi-Iranian relations and formulate joint strategies to address the volatile regional situation.
During the meeting, Crown Prince Mohammed and Foreign Minister Araghchi reviewed the current state of bilateral ties between Saudi Arabia and Iran and exchanged views on recent regional developments.
The Crown Prince welcomed the ongoing ceasefire agreement between Iran and Israel, expressing Saudi Arabia’s hope that the deal could lay a foundation for broader regional security and stability.
He reiterated that resolving regional crises through diplomatic means remains a cornerstone of Saudi Arabia’s foreign policy and emphasized that dialogue is the most effective path toward lasting peace.
On his part, Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi expressed gratitude for Saudi Arabia’s stance against Israeli aggression and praised Crown Prince Mohammed’s personal commitment to promoting peace and stability in the Middle East.
Senior Saudi officials were also present at the meeting, including Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, and National Security Advisor Musaed bin Mohammed Al-Aiban.
Earlier in the day, Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan met his Iranian counterpart in the holy city of Mecca. That meeting also focused on strengthening bilateral relations and exploring avenues for enhanced regional cooperation.
Both foreign ministers emphasized the importance of joint efforts in the face of shifting regional dynamics and maintaining security and stability across the Middle East.
