Saudi crown prince urges Trump not to escalate Iran war as US leader weighs new strikes: AP source
Summary
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman spoke with President Donald Trump about concerns over the U.S. possibly increasing military action against Iran. The prince warned that attacking Iran’s energy facilities could lead to retaliatory strikes on Saudi and other Gulf countries’ energy infrastructure.Key Facts
- The Saudi crown prince called President Trump to discuss the risk of escalating conflict with Iran.
- Saudi Arabia is worried Iran may attack Gulf energy sites if the U.S. targets Iran’s energy infrastructure.
- The crown prince asked Trump to clarify what new military actions against Iran he is considering.
- Saudi Arabia recently joined the U.S. in striking Iranian-backed militia sites in Iraq.
- Saudi Arabia urges both the U.S. and Iran to return to negotiations to resolve the conflict.
- Saudi Defense Minister Khalid bin Salman met with President Trump and Vice President JD Vance in Washington to discuss Iran strategy.
- The conflict between the U.S. and Iran has lasted about five months.
- The White House did not comment publicly about the crown prince’s call.
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