Saudi Foreign Minister Urges India and Pakistan to De-Escalate Tensions in Diplomatic Talks
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan held separate phone calls with Indian and Pakistani counterparts, urging de-escalation and regional stability.
Key Highlights:
India vs Pakistan War: Saudi Foreign Minister Urges India and Pakistan to De-Escalate Tensions in Diplomatic Talks
Amid the escalating India vs Pakistan War, Saudi Arabia has stepped in, urging both nations to de-escalate tensions and prioritize diplomatic dialogue.
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah held separate phone calls on May 10, 2025, with Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar and Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar.
Saudi Arabia’s Diplomatic Intervention
During the calls, Prince Faisal emphasized:
- Peace and Stability: Urging both India and Pakistan to avoid actions that could further escalate the conflict.
- Diplomatic Resolution: Stressing the importance of dialogue over military confrontation.
- Balanced Relations: Reaffirming Saudi Arabia’s close and balanced ties with both India and Pakistan.
The Saudi Foreign Ministry stated that the discussions were part of the Kingdom’s ongoing commitment to maintaining peace and stability in the region.
Context: Rising Tensions Between India and Pakistan
The diplomatic outreach from Saudi Arabia comes at a time of high tensions between India and Pakistan:
- Military Escalation: India and Pakistan have been engaged in cross-border hostilities, with missile strikes and drone attacks reported on both sides.
- Nuclear Threats: Pakistan has issued nuclear threats twice since the Pahalgam terror attack, raising global concerns.
- International Reactions: China, the United States, and now Saudi Arabia have urged both nations to avoid further escalation.
Why Saudi Arabia’s Role Is Significant
Saudi Arabia has historically maintained close diplomatic and economic ties with both India and Pakistan.
- Balanced Diplomacy: As a leading nation in the Middle East, Saudi Arabia is seen as a neutral mediator capable of influencing both sides.
- Regional Stability: The Kingdom has a strong interest in ensuring stability in South Asia, which directly impacts the Gulf region.
- Global Diplomatic Voice: Saudi Arabia’s call for peace is likely to be echoed by other major powers.
What Lies Ahead
As the India vs Pakistan War continues, diplomatic efforts are intensifying to prevent a larger conflict:
- India’s Response: India is expected to maintain its defensive posture while remaining open to diplomatic discussions.
- Pakistan’s Position: It remains to be seen whether Pakistan will scale back its aggressive actions following the Saudi call for restraint.
- Global Diplomacy: The United Nations and other global powers may increase diplomatic pressure on both sides.
Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.
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