Iraqi, Saudi foreign ministers hold telephone call after drone attack

The foreign ministers of Iraq and Saudi Arabia engaged in a telephone conversation early Saturday following a drone attack on the East-West oil pipeline that straddles the border between the two nations. The attack, which originated from Iraqi territory, resulted in injuries and damage to the pipeline in Riyadh and Madinah. During the call, Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein and Saudi Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud discussed "the latest developments in the region and developments of common interest," according to the Iraqi foreign ministry.

Both parties emphasized the importance of maintaining ongoing communication, coordination, and consultation to bolster security and stability in the region and promote joint cooperation. The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs had previously denounced the drone attack, which targeted the East-West Pipeline in Riyadh and Madinah.

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