Regional Leaders Urge Calm Amid Escalation Fears
Middle East leaders call for peace amid rising concerns of renewed conflict.
The Brief
- Regional leaders urged calm as fears of renewed conflict grow.
- Saudi Arabia's vice minister called for a return to peace.
- Efforts to prevent military escalation and reach an agreement with Iran are underway.
Regional leaders called for calm on Saturday as concerns over a potential new escalation between the U.S., Israel, and Iran increased.
At a security forum in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia's Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs emphasized the region's desire for peace.
Waleed ElKhereiji stated that efforts are being made to avoid military escalation and achieve a resolution with Iran.
Syria's foreign minister said his country and Jordan would discuss ways to strengthen their shared border.
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