"Rival Nations Saudi Arabia and Iran Unite to Support Palestinians"

Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman (MBS) and Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi held their first phone call since ending hostilities earlier this year, expressing unity in support of Palestinians. MBS emphasized the need to end war crimes against Palestine and condemned the targeting of civilians. The call comes after a Hamas attack on Israel, which had been nearing the establishment of diplomatic ties with Saudi Arabia and Israel. The US, in constant contact with Saudi leaders, is urging partners to get Hamas to stand down and keep Iran out of the conflict. Pressure is mounting on President Biden to halt Iran's oil exports, with some Republicans suggesting hitting Iran's oil economy to cut off funding for terrorism.