RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and French President Emmanuel Macron held a call on Sunday to discuss diplomatic measures aimed at strengthening regional security and stability.
They also addressed efforts to ensure the security and freedom of maritime navigation, according to the Saudi Press Agency.
During the call, they discussed areas of cooperation between Saudi Arabia and France, as well as several regional and international issues of mutual interest, the SPA added.
Despite a ceasefire agreement between Washington and Tehran in April, the Strait of Hormuz has effectively been closed for over 90 days to shipping since the US and Israel launched attacks against Iran on Feb. 28.
Last month, France and the UK invited military representatives and ministers from 40 nations to join the Multinational Military Mission to clear mines from the vital energy waterway, and resume navigation for oil and gas shipments.
