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Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Gulf-U.S summit serves regional stability, Saudi crown prince says

On Syria, the crown prince hailed Trump’s decision on Tuesday to lift sanctions on Syria.

• May 14, 2025
Trump withMohammed bin Salman,
Trump withMohammed bin Salman [Credit; Yeni Safak]

On Wednesday, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman said that the Gulf-U.S. summit reflects keenness to develop cooperation and serve stability in the region.

“The relationship between the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and the U.S. is historic and strategic,” Mr bin Salman said in his opening speech at the Gulf-U.S. summit in Riyadh, with the participation of President Donald Trump and Gulf leaders.

“We seek to halt escalation in the region, end the war in Gaza, and find a comprehensive solution for the Palestinian cause,” he added.

On Syria, the crown prince hailed Trump’s decision on Tuesday to lift sanctions on Syria.

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