Saudi Arabia is hosting an emergency meeting of foreign ministers from Arab and Islamic countries in Riyadh this evening, as tensions across West Asia continue to intensify. The high-level talks come nearly three weeks into a widening conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, which has already triggered missile strikes on Gulf infrastructure and disrupted global shipping and aviation.
Saudi authorities say the meeting aims to strengthen coordination and support regional security and stability. Diplomats indicate the focus will be on forging a unified approach to de-escalation. There is growing concern over civilian safety and continued disruptions to key logistics hubs in Dubai and Doha. Ministers are also expected to address humanitarian issues and access to religious sites, including Al-Aqsa Mosque during Ramadan.
The outcome of the Riyadh talks is being closely watched, amid hopes for a diplomatic breakthrough to prevent further escalation.
