Saudi FM, Palestinian, Pakistani counterparts discuss latest developments
During a phone call with the Prime Minister of Palestine and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Muhammad Mustafa, Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah discussed developments in the situation in Palestine and the efforts made regarding them.
The Saudi News Agency (SPA) reported that Prince Faisal bin Farhan also received a phone call from the Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Pakistan, Ishaq Dar, to discuss regional developments and joint efforts towards them.
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