UAE president, Saudi crown prince discuss Middle East developments

ISTANBUL

UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Sunday discussed the situation in the Middle East, emphasizing the importance of a "two-state solution" to achieve regional stability.

The discussion took place during their meeting in the UAE city of Al Ain, where Mohammed bin Salman arrived on Sunday for a private visit of unspecified duration, according to the official Emirates News Agency (WAM).

The two leaders discussed “the deep-rooted fraternal relations between the UAE and Saudi Arabia.”

The discussions also explored “the enduring fraternal ties between the two countries and opportunities for further development under their special strategic partnership.”

They underscored the need for concerted efforts to maintain regional stability and prevent the region from descending into new crises that could threaten its security.

Al Nahyan and Bin Salman stressed “the importance of pursuing a just, comprehensive, and lasting peace based on a two-state solution, ensuring stability and security for all.”

The Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported that Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman arrived in the United Arab Emirates for a private visit, without providing further details.

The visit comes just hours after the conclusion of the 45th Gulf Cooperation Council Summit held in Kuwait, which called for an end to the Israeli genocide in Gaza and the resulting starvation, siege, and displacement of Palestinians.

*Writing by Rania Abu Shamala​​​​​​​