Houston, TX, August 1, 2026 —

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman engaged in a phone conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump to convey concerns regarding the potential for an escalation of conflict between the United States and Iran.

The discussion took place at a time when President Trump was reportedly considering further military actions against Iran. Saudi officials expressed apprehension about the possibility of retaliatory attacks targeting the Kingdom’s energy infrastructure.

During the call, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman sought to gain clarity on the specific actions President Trump was contemplating. He also advocated for a resumption of diplomatic negotiations as a means to de-escalate tensions.

This dialogue occurred in the context of recent joint actions by Saudi Arabia and the United States against Iranian-backed militia sites located in Iraq. The involvement of Saudi Arabia in these strikes underscores the regional sensitivities and the interconnectedness of the geopolitical landscape involving Iran.

The details regarding the specific timing of the phone call and the precise nature of President Trump’s considerations on potential strikes were not further elaborated upon in the provided information.



Story summarized from the original created by Aamer Madhani, Associated Press on www.click2houston.com, see more information here.

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