Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman expressed concerns to President Donald Trump about escalating tensions with Iran. The call, reported by Axios, occurred as Trump considered new strikes on Iran. Saudi Arabia fears that U.S. actions against Iran’s infrastructure could provoke retaliatory attacks on Gulf countries. The crown prince sought clarity on Trump’s plans and urged a return to negotiations. Earlier, Saudi Arabia joined the U.S. in strikes against Iranian-backed militias in Iraq. The conflict, unpopular in the U.S., impacts the global economy and comes ahead of midterm elections. Trump vowed strong retaliation after thwarting an Iranian attack on a U.S. base. The U.S. State Department issued security alerts for Americans in the region due to rising tensions.
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Saudi crown prince urges Trump not to escalate Iran war as US leader weighs new strikes: AP source
