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Shafaq News
3 days ago
- Business
- Shafaq News
Riyadh warns Tehran: Accept US deal or face Israeli military action
Shafaq News/ Saudi Arabia's Defense Minister urged Tehran to accept US President Donald Trump's offer to resume nuclear negotiations, warning that failure to do so could provoke an Israeli military response, sources told Reuters. Prince Khalid bin Salman delivered the message during a closed-door meeting on April 17 in Tehran with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, Armed Forces Chief of Staff Mohammad Bagheri, and Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, marking the most senior Saudi delegation to Iran in more than two decades. According to sources, Prince Khalid emphasized that Trump is seeking a fast-track agreement, cautioning that a breakdown in diplomacy could trigger Israeli military action, further destabilizing a region already strained by conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon. In response, Iranian officials expressed willingness to negotiate to ease sanctions, but voiced concern over Washington's unpredictable approach—citing past shifts from accepting limited enrichment to demanding full dismantlement of Iran's nuclear program. A source revealed Pezeshkian's stance: while Iran seeks a resolution, it would not sacrifice its enrichment rights to meet US deadlines. Meanwhile, Gulf officials said the Saudi envoy urged Iran to reconsider its regional strategy, particularly in light of Israeli operations that have weakened its allies—Hamas in Gaza, Hezbollah in Lebanon, and Syria's al-Assad regime. 'The Saudis want stability,' said Mohanad Hage Ali of the Carnegie Middle East Center. 'They're using diplomacy to protect their economic ambitions.' Nuclear talks between Washington and Tehran have stalled despite five rounds of indirect negotiations. According to sources cited by Reuters, Tehran may consider halting enrichment in exchange for access to frozen assets and recognition of its civilian nuclear rights, but Iranian authorities publicly denied such a proposal.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Saudi tells Iran: Reach nuke deal with US or risk Israel strike - The Economic Times Video
Saudi Arabia has issued a stern warning to Iran: take Donald Trump's offer to strike a nuclear deal seriously—or face the possibility of war with Israel. In an exclusive report, we reveal what really happened behind closed doors in Tehran, as Prince Khalid bin Salman delivered King Salman's urgent message to Iranian leaders. With tensions high, regional powers shifting, and nuclear diplomacy at stake, this video breaks down the high-stakes geopolitical chessboard in the Middle East. We also analyse how Iran is responding to Trump's aggressive diplomacy, what's at risk for Saudi Arabia's economic vision, and whether a nuclear deal is truly within reach.
Indian Express
4 days ago
- Business
- Indian Express
Saudi Defence Minister warned Iran to accept Trump nuclear deal to avoid Israeli strike: Report
Saudi Arabia's defence minister, Prince Khalid bin Salman, visited Tehran last month with a direct and urgent message for Iranian officials: take US President Donald Trump's offer of nuclear negotiations seriously or risk the threat of military escalation from Israel. According to four Reuters sources familiar with the matter, including two Gulf officials close to Saudi government circles and two Iranian officials, the prince conveyed this warning in a closed-door meeting at Iran's presidential compound on April 17. Present were Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian, Chief of Staff Mohammad Bagheri, and Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi. The 37-year-old prince—who served as Saudi Arabia's ambassador to Washington during Trump's first term—told Iranian leaders that Trump had little patience for prolonged diplomacy and that the window for reaching an agreement was closing fast, the sources said. Prince Khalid's visit marked the first by a senior Saudi royal to Iran in over two decades, signalling Riyadh's concern over escalating regional tensions. He warned that failure to reach a deal with the Trump administration could invite Israeli military action, a scenario Saudi Arabia hoped to avert. The message came shortly after Trump publicly confirmed direct talks with Tehran aimed at curbing Iran's nuclear programme in exchange for sanctions relief—an announcement made in the presence of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who had travelled to Washington seeking support for strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. During the meeting, President Pezeshkian expressed Iran's willingness to negotiate but also voiced skepticism over the Trump administration's 'unpredictable' diplomatic conduct, the Iranian sources said. They noted Iran's desire for sanctions relief but its refusal to dismantle its uranium enrichment program entirely. So far, five rounds of negotiations have taken place between Washington and Tehran, but hurdles—especially around enrichment limits—remain. On Wednesday, Reuters reported that Iran may consider pausing uranium enrichment if the US unfreezes Iranian funds and recognises its right to enrich uranium for civilian use, potentially paving the way for a broader deal. Iran's foreign ministry has publicly denied any pause in enrichment. Once staunch rivals, Saudi Arabia and Iran restored diplomatic ties following a China-brokered détente in 2023. But sources say Riyadh and other regional powers remain wary of Iran's long-term intentions, viewing Tehran as an unreliable actor whose missteps could destabilize the region again. (With inputs from Reuters)
Saudi Gazette
5 days ago
- Politics
- Saudi Gazette
Saudi Defense Minister meets British National Security Advisor
Saudi Gazette report LONDON — Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman met with UK National Security Advisor Jonathan Powell at the British government headquarters in London on Wednesday. The ministers reviewed the strong friendship and strategic partnership between Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom. They discussed ways to enhance them in line with the aspirations of the leadership of Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom. The ministers also reviewed areas of cooperation and discussed regional and global developments, as well as ongoing efforts to support security and stability.
Leaders
5 days ago
- Politics
- Leaders
Saudi Arabia, UK Explore Bolstering Defense Cooperation
Saudi Arabia and the UK have explored ways to further strengthen their defense cooperation during an official visit by the Saudi Defense Minister, Prince Khalid bin Salman, to London. On Tuesday, Prince Khalid met with his British counterpart, John Healey, at the British Defense Ministry in London, according to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA). Both ministers held an expanded meeting during which they reviewed the historical relations between Saudi Arabia and the UK. They also explored ways to bolster their strategic cooperation in the military and defense sectors. Furthermore, the Saudi and British Defense Ministers discussed the latest regional and international developments, as well as topics of common interest, and efforts made in that regard. The meeting saw the attendance of several high-ranking officials from both countries. On its part, the British Defense Ministry said that the meeting explored opportunities for closer defense cooperation, describing Saudi Arabia as a 'vital partner for the UK in ensuring security and stability in the Gulf region.' On Wednesday, Prince Khalid met with the UK National Security Adviser, Jonathan Powell. Their meeting focused on reviewing the strategic partnership between the two countries and exploring ways to foster it, the Saudi Defense Minister wrote on X. The two officials also discussed the latest developments on the regional and international stages and efforts made to promote security and stability. Short link : Post Views: 28
