Turkey and Saudi Arabia discuss regional security by phone
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan spoke with his Saudi counterpart about attacks on Saudi Arabia's sovereignty and territorial integrity, according to Anadolu Agency.
ANKARA — Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held a phone call with his Saudi counterpart, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, on Monday to discuss regional security, according to Turkish Foreign Ministry sources, as reported by Anadolu Agency.
The two ministers discussed attacks targeting Saudi Arabia's sovereignty and territorial integrity, Anadolu Agency said, citing the sources. The report did not include a full readout of the call or any statement from either government.
The call took place against a backdrop of continued regional tension. Anadolu Agency said the tensions were linked to the Iran war and to resumed fighting in Yemen. It reported that Houthi rebels have targeted Saudi energy and aviation sites, including airports. The agency did not say who carried out the specific attacks named in the call, or when they took place.
Anadolu Agency's report does not say whether the ministers agreed on any measures or further talks. It also gives no figures for casualties or damage.
Background
Anadolu Agency reported that Saudi Arabia has led an Arab coalition against the Houthis since 2015. According to the same report, the Houthis took control of the Yemeni capital, Sanaa, and other regions in 2014.
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