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Middle East diplomatic efforts and Yemen security

Overview

Diplomatic efforts regarding Middle East stability and the conflict in Yemen have involved both international and regional actors. Russian President Vladimir Putin and Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman held discussions focused on Persian Gulf stability, emphasizing the need for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab-el-Mandeb. They also noted the necessity of an urgent ceasefire in Yemen to facilitate United Nations-led dialogue.

In a separate regional development, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have engaged in a diplomatic rapprochement. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met with UAE Vice President Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Riyadh to discuss bilateral relations. This movement follows previous tensions between the two allies concerning their interests in Yemen, particularly as Saudi Arabia faces increased pressure from Houthi missile and drone attacks.

Entities

Saudi Arabia · Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud · United Arab Emirates · Vladimir Putin · Russia

Timeline

  1. about 10 hours ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 4 sources
    Saudi Crown Prince meets UAE Vice President in Riyadh

    Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met UAE Vice President Mansour bin Zayed in Riyadh to discuss bilateral relations and regional security amid escalating Houthi attacks in Yemen.

  2. 7 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 6 sources
    Putin and Saudi Crown Prince discuss Persian Gulf stability

    Russian President Vladimir Putin and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman discussed Middle East stability, maritime safety in the Persian Gulf, and the need for a ceasefire in Yemen.

Sources

al-monitor.com · brif.mk · dailymeezan.com · iroyinyorubatv.com.ng · libertas.mk · sputnikglobe.com · sputniknews.in · sputnikportal.rs · sri.org.pk · thelibertydaily.com