Saudi Arabia urges de-escalation, backs Pakistan mediation and calls for Strait of Hormuz navigation to be restored

RIYADH, May 5 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed on Monday the kingdom’s concern over the ongoing military escalation in region, calling for de – escalation and restraint and urging support for Pakistani mediation and diplomatic efforts to reach a political solution that preserve further tensions and instability.

In a statement, the ministry said such tensions do not serve the interests of the region or the world.

The ministry also stressed the importance of restoring freedom of international maritime navigation in the Strait of Hormuz to its normal state prior to February 28, calling for the safe and secure passage of vessels without restrictions.

Reporting by Saudi Arabia Breaking News.

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