Washington: (RightNow) Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman made an urgent visit to the U.S. He met with President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance. The meetings focused on the security situation in the Middle East.

According to Axios News Agency, the Saudi Defense Minister delivered a special message from Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to the U.S. leadership. The message concentrated on issues related to Iran.

In his meeting with Vice President J.D. Vance, Khalid bin Salman stated that Saudi Arabia seeks to reduce tensions with Iran. He mentioned that attacks by Iran-backed Iraqi militias are unacceptable.

These attacks have impacted Saudi Arabia’s infrastructure and energy facilities. Saudi Arabia had to respond in defense.

It is noteworthy that relations between Iran and Saudi Arabia have been strained, and this situation has further escalated tensions.