Saudi Crown Prince voices solidarity with Iran, condemns Israeli attacks

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has declared the Kingdom’s firm support for the Iranian people following recent Israeli strikes, which claimed Iranian lives and heightened regional tensions.

In a phone conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, the Crown Prince offered condolences and strongly denounced the attacks, stating, “Saudi Arabia stands with its brothers in Iran and will spare no effort to support them.”

He further emphasized that the entire Islamic world was united in backing Iran during this critical time.

Bin Salman underscored Riyadh’s ongoing diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the crisis, warning that Israel’s actions appear aimed at provoking broader conflict and paving the way for potential U.S. involvement.

He called for a “wise and measured response” from Tehran to deny Israel the opportunity to expand the confrontation.

Pezeshkian, while thanking Saudi Arabia for its support and assistance during the Hajj pilgrimage, accused Israel of consistently undermining regional peace. He stressed the importance of Islamic unity in confronting what he described as systematic crimes by the Israeli regime, particularly in Gaza.

Pezeshkian noted that Saudi Arabia, given its religious and geopolitical stature, could play a vital role in strengthening solidarity among Muslim nations and defending the rights of oppressed Muslims across the region.