Iranian Army Chief calls Saudi Defense Minister to discuss regional stability
Saudi Gazette report
RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman received on Sunday a phone call from Iranian Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces Maj. Gen. Abdolrahim Mousavi.
During the call, they discussed regional developments as well as efforts to maintain security and stability in the region. They also reviewed bilateral relations in the defense field.
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