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India Today
04-07-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Saudi defence minister met with Trump to discuss Iran de-escalation: Report
Saudi Arabian Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman met with US President Donald Trump and other officials at the White House on Thursday to discuss regional security and de-escalation efforts with Iran, Fox News reported. Bin Salman is the younger brother of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin meeting with Trump, Bin Salman spoke by phone with Iran's top military officer, Maj. Gen. Abdolrahim Mousavi. "We discussed developments in the region and the efforts being made to maintain security and stability," Bin Salman Salman also held talks with White House envoy Steve Witkoff and Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, according to Fox News. Earlier, Trump told reporters that Iran wants to engage in dialogue with the United States, adding, 'It is time that they do.' 'I know they want to meet, and if it is necessary, I will do it,' Trump said, stressing the US does not seek harm for meeting came just days ahead of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's scheduled visit to Washington for talks with Trump on visit marks Netanyahu's third White House meeting since Trump returned to office in January. It follows US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites and a ceasefire that Trump brokered between Iran and Israel.- EndsMust Watch
Axios
04-07-2025
- Politics
- Axios
Trump meets with Saudi defense minister, discusses Iran situation
President Trump met with the Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman at the White House on Thursday and discussed the situation with Iran and other regional issues, according to a source familiar with the meeting. Why it matters: Saudi Arabia wants to de-escalate tension in the region after the 12-day war between Israel and Iran. The talks took place ahead of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Monday meeting with Trump at the White House. The Trump administration wants to push for a historic peace deal between Saudi Arabia and Israel in the coming months. Details: After his meeting with Trump, the Saudi foreign minister spoke on the phone with Chief of Iran's General Staff of the Armed Forces, Maj. Gen. Abdolrahim Mousavi. "We discussed developments in the region and the efforts being made to maintain security and stability," wrote Bin Salman, who is a younger brother of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Bin Salman also met with White House envoy Steve Witkoff and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The meeting between Trump and the Saudi defense minister was first reported by Fox News. The White House didn't immediately respond to Axios' request for comment on Thursday evening. Driving the news: Witkoff plans to meet with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Oslo next week to restart nuclear talks, Axios reported on Thursday. Araghchi spoke with on the phone on Thursday with Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Eide and discussed the efforts to deescalate tensions in the region, the Iranian Foreign Ministry said. Trump told reporters on Thursday that Iran wants to speak with the U.S. and "it is time that they do." The president said the U.S. doesn't want to hurt Iran. "I know they want to meet and if it is necessary I will do it," he said.
Shafaq News
24-06-2025
- Politics
- Shafaq News
Saudi Crown Prince vows no airspace access for attacks on Iran
Shafaq News/ On Tuesday, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman assured, in a phone call with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, that Saudi airspace will not be used for any operations against Iran. According to Iran's Mehr News Agency, Bin Salman affirmed that no attacks will be launched from US bases in the Kingdom. Pezeshkian expressed Iran's readiness to resolve disputes with the United States within international frameworks and has no demands beyond its rights. 'We welcome any assistance from friendly and brotherly countries,' he stated. He added that Iran believes the US and the 'Zionist regime' are seeking to sow discord among Islamic nations, while Iran is committed to promoting unity and peace in the region. Bin Salman vowed Saudi Arabia's condemnation of all Israeli attacks on Iran from the outset. 'We have worked extensively to consult with various countries to pressure Israel to halt its aggression,' he noted, stressing that 'We also understand your decision to respond to the US strike.' Earlier, Pezeshkian reiterated that Iran does not seek nuclear weapons but will continue to defend its legitimate rights. His remarks came as a ceasefire between Iran and Israel took effect following 12 days of conflict.
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Saudi Arabia's Mohammed bin Salman invited to G7 summit in Alberta: sources
Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has been invited to attend the upcoming Group of Seven (G7) summit in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies, two government sources told CBC News. Bin Salman, known as MBS, is a powerful figure in the Middle East and his oil-rich country is seen as a key player in hopes of brokering peace as the deadly war in Gaza drags on. Sources with knowledge of the invite spoke to CBC News on the condition they not be named. The Saudi embassy has not confirmed whether bin Salman will make the trip to Alberta next week. Saudi Arabia is not a G7 member, but other world leaders are often invited for discussions at the annual summit. The Gulf kingdom has been a vocal supporter of the need for a Gaza ceasefire and the recognition of a Palestinian state. The U.S. has pushed for Saudi Arabia to normalize ties with Israel amid the ongoing war in the region, but the prospect of formal ties still appears far away. Bin Salman was also invited to last year's G7 summit in Italy, but did not attend. Still, the crown prince's invite will likely anger human rights activists. Bin Salman has denied involvement in journalist Jamal Khashoggi's 2018 murder and has pointed to recent measures expanding women's rights as evidence his country is becoming more progressive and tolerant. However, human rights watchers push back on that argument, highlighting the ongoing suppression of dissidents and the country's treatment of migrant workers. Canada sanctioned 17 Saudi nationals linked to the murder of Khashoggi in 2018. Mexico's Sheinbaum joining summit Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed Monday she will make the trip and says she hopes to have a pull-aside conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump. Her trip north comes as both Canada and Mexico grapple with Trump's persistent tariffs and economic threats, which have also stressed the Canada-Mexico relationship; Ontario Premier Doug Ford has suggested Canada go it alone with the U.S. on trade. "I have decided that I will attend the G7," Sheinbaum said in a statement Monday. "The foreign affairs minister is working on setting up bilateral meetings — it is likely that we will have one with Trump." Prime Minister Mark Carney's office has signalled he is hoping to reach a deal on tariffs and trade around the G7 meetings, taking place in Kananaskis, Alta., from June 15 to 17. The prime minister has also said he wants to make progress on bilateral issues with the U.S. before talks take place on the trilateral Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA). A review of that deal is officially slated to start in 2026, although Mexican officials have suggested they expect a review to start earlier than that. Aside from leaders of G7 countries — Canada, the U.S., the U.K., France, Italy, Germany and Japan plus the European Union — the guest list is growing. The full list hasn't been made available by Carney's office, but last week the prime minister confirmed he had also invited Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa (this year's G20 chair), South Korean President Lee Jae-myung and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte have said they will attend.
09-06-2025
- Politics
Saudi Arabia's Mohammed bin Salman invited to G7 summit in Alberta: sources
Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has been invited to attend the upcoming Group of Seven (G7) summit in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies, two government sources told CBC News. Bin Salman, known as MBS, is a powerful figure in the Middle East and his oil-rich country is seen as a key player in hopes of brokering peace as the deadly war in Gaza drags on. Sources with knowledge of the invite spoke to CBC News on the condition they not be named. The Saudi embassy has not confirmed whether bin Salman will make the trip to Alberta next week. Saudi Arabia is not a G7 member, but other world leaders are often invited for discussions at the annual summit. The Gulf kingdom has been a vocal supporter of the need for a Gaza ceasefire and the recognition of a Palestinian state. The U.S. has pushed for Saudi Arabia to normalize ties with Israel amid the ongoing war in the region, but the prospect of formal ties still appears far away. Bin Salman was also invited to last year's G7 summit in Italy (new window) , but did not attend. Still, the crown prince's invite will likely anger human rights activists. Bin Salman has denied involvement in journalist Jamal Khashoggi's 2018 murder and has pointed to recent measures expanding women's rights as evidence his country is becoming more progressive and tolerant. However, human rights watchers push back on that argument, highlighting the ongoing suppression of dissidents (new window) and the country's treatment of migrant workers. Canada sanctioned 17 Saudi nationals linked to the murder of Khashoggi in 2018. Mexico's Sheinbaum joining summit Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed Monday she will make the trip and says she hopes to have a pull-aside conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump. Her trip north comes as both Canada and Mexico grapple with Trump's persistent tariffs and economic threats, which have also stressed the Canada-Mexico relationship; Ontario Premier Doug Ford has suggested Canada go it alone (new window) with the U.S. on trade. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum will travel to Alberta next week to meet with world leaders during the G7 summit. Photo: Reuters / Henry Romero I have decided that I will attend the G7, Sheinbaum said in a statement Monday. The foreign affairs minister is working on setting up bilateral meetings — it is likely that we will have one with Trump. Prime Minister Mark Carney's office has signalled he is hoping to reach a deal on tariffs and trade around the G7 meetings, taking place in Kananaskis, Alta., from June 15 to 17. The prime minister has also said he wants to make progress on bilateral issues with the U.S. before talks take place on the trilateral Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA). A review of that deal is officially slated to start in 2026, although Mexican officials have suggested they expect a review to start earlier than that (new window) . Aside from leaders of G7 countries — Canada, the U.S., the U.K., France, Italy, Germany and Japan plus the European Union — the guest list is growing. The full list hasn't been made available by Carney's office, but last week the prime minister confirmed he had also invited Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi (new window) . Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa (this year's G20 chair), South Korean President Lee Jae-myung and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte have said they will attend. Catharine Tunney (new window) , David Cochrane (new window) · CBC News
