Saudi Crown Prince: While speaking to Al Arabiya TV, the Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman has stated that they want good relations with their ‘arch rival’ Iran to push the Middle East to prosperity. He stated that it is pivotal that the two nations work towards better ties so that hurdles can be eliminated, and be global partners.
Saudi Arabia’s crown prince has struck a conciliatory tone towards the kingdom’s arch-nemesis, Iran, saying he sought “good” relations after reports the rivals held secret talks recently in Baghdad.https://t.co/Sq5vsw0e1G
— Al Jazeera Breaking News (@AJENews) April 28, 2021
Secret talks between the two giants: This statement has come just 2 days after reports emerged that top Saudi officials had talks with Iran officials in Iraq to repair relations. Saudi sources denied these reports but Iranian officials stated that ‘its always a welcome affair’.
Iran’s statement: The Iranian Foreign Minister made a statement two days after the Saudi Crown Prince’s statement. Iran said it appreciated the change in tone from the Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia.
Iran welcomes Saudi Arabia’s ‘change of tone’ – foreign ministry https://t.co/ZDtYD8d6tl pic.twitter.com/f8Tw9kbmrZ
— Reuters (@Reuters) April 29, 2021
Pakistan reaction: Pakistani PM Imran Khan appreciated the move and said that he welcomes the KSA for their initiative to better relations with their winners. He said that it would signal better relations for a strengthened Muslim Ummah.
We welcome the KSA initiative for peace with Iran. Iran is our neighbour and KSA our closest friend. This peace initiative will strengthen the Muslim Ummah. https://t.co/LXj0pRiYFp
— Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) April 28, 2021