Defense minister’s Tehran visit boosts de-escalation efforts: analyst
Military expert Khaled Al-Muraid praises Prince Khalid bin Salman’s visit to Tehran, saying it strengthens efforts to resolve crises through dialogue.
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AIMilitary expert Major General Khaled Al-Muraid has praised the visit of Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman to the Iranian capital, Tehran.
Speaking to Al Ekhbariya TV, Al-Muraid said the visit strengthens efforts to de-escalate tensions and contributes to resolving the crisis through dialogue and diplomacy.
He added that Saudi Arabia’s position is clear, as it seeks stability and peace. Containing escalation is the main goal of the visit, as well as demonstrating unity of purpose.
Al-Muraid noted that the visit is similar to those of four important countries in the Islamic world with significant influence, highlighting the importance of dialogue and diplomacy—an approach favored by nations seeking stability and peace, and wishing to avoid draining their peoples and resources. He emphasized that de-escalation does not conflict with readiness and deterrence.
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