Iran's Foreign Minister Extends Saudi Trip, Meets Crown Prince MBS in Warming Ties

Iran's Foreign Minister, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, extended his visit to Saudi Arabia and met with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) in Jeddah. The meeting, the first between a senior Iranian official and MBS, signifies warming and expanding ties between the two countries. Discussions focused on developing bilateral relations, regional and international developments, but no details were provided regarding the Durra/Arash gas field dispute. The visit is seen as a prelude to a meeting between the heads of the two countries, with Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi expected to travel to Saudi Arabia at King Salman's invitation.