Saudi foreign minister holds regional talks with four counterparts in Paris

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan met counterparts from the UK, France, Germany and Korea in Paris.

The talks took place on the sidelines of the G7 foreign ministers’ meeting.

The ministers reviewed relations between their countries and discussed current regional developments.

They focused on protecting shipping routes and freedom of navigation.

In talks with France’s foreign minister, Faisal also discussed continued Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia.

The meetings covered joint diplomatic efforts to contain regional crises and maintain security and stability.

No further steps were announced.