Saudi-Iran Talks Highlight Shifting Middle East Dynamics Amid Trump’s Return

Saudi Arabia's military visit to Iran marks a significant step in regional diplomacy as Arab and Muslim leaders gather in Riyadh to discuss Middle East conflicts and the implications of Trump's presidency.

Saudi Arabia's top military official, Fayyad al-Ruwaili, visited Tehran to discuss defense cooperation, signaling warming relations between Saudi Arabia and Iran.
The talks come amid an Arab-Islamic summit in Riyadh, where leaders are addressing ongoing conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon and calling for immediate ceasefires.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman urged Israel to respect Iran's sovereignty and called for international support for Palestine and Lebanon.
The summit is seen as an opportunity for regional leaders to communicate their expectations to the incoming Trump administration regarding U.S. engagement in the Middle East.
Recent developments follow the China-brokered agreement in 2023 that restored diplomatic ties between Iran and Saudi Arabia after years of hostility.