Iran, Saudi FMs discuss US-Iran diplomatic process in phone call
The foreign ministers of Iran and Saudi Arabia discussed the latest developments of the ongoing Pakistan-mediated diplomatic process between Tehran and Washington. The call marked the second phone conversation between the two sides in the past 24 hours.
The foreign ministers of Iran and Saudi Arabia discussed over the phone on Monday the latest developments of the ongoing Pakistan-mediated diplomatic process between Tehran and Washington. The Iranian state news agency IRNA said the discussions between Abbas Araghchi and Prince Faisal bin Farhan marked the second phone call between the two sides in the past 24 hours.
Regional context
Regional tensions have escalated since the US and Israel launched strikes against Iran on Feb. 28, triggering retaliation from Tehran against Israel as well as US allies in the Gulf, along with the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. A ceasefire took effect April 8 through Pakistani mediation, but talks in Islamabad failed to produce a lasting agreement. The truce was later extended by President Trump without a set deadline.
Proposal rejected
On Sunday, Iran sent Pakistan its response to a US proposal for ending the war, but Trump dismissed it as "totally unacceptable." The US and Iran are reportedly working toward a one-page, 14-point memorandum of understanding that would set parameters for a month of talks, though key issues remain unresolved.
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Saudi role
Saudi Arabia has played a mediating role between Iran and the US, with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman reportedly involved in facilitating diplomatic contacts. The kingdom has also been active in regional de-escalation efforts following the normalization of Saudi-Iranian relations brokered by China in 2023.
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