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Iraqi News Agency (22 October 2026)

Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein and Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud stressed the importance of proposing a regional initiative that would contribute to de-escalation in the region.

The Iraqi Foreign Ministry said in a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA) that “Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein held a telephone call with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, during which they discussed the outcomes of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation conference held in Baghdad, ways to strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries, and develop joint coordination in various fields.”

The statement added: “The call also addressed developments in the security situation in the region and the challenges facing its countries, as well as the importance of proposing a regional initiative that would contribute to de-escalation and achieving calm, stressing the need for continued communication and consultation between the two sides on issues of mutual interest.”

https://ina.iq/en/politics/53146-foreign-minister-saudi-counterpart-stress-importance-of-proposing-regional-initiative-to-help-de-escalate-tensions.html