Riyadh: Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz received a telephone call from U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. During the call, the two officials reviewed Saudi-U.S. relations and prospects for defense cooperation.

According to Saudi Press Agency, they discussed regional developments and ongoing efforts to address them, as well as the shared vision of both countries in supporting regional and international security and stability. They also addressed issues of mutual interest.