Saudi Arabia has expressed its support for the potential summit between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. The Saudi Foreign Ministry released a statement on Friday welcoming the possibility of the two leaders meeting, following Trump's recent comments hinting at a meeting in Saudi Arabia.
While Trump mentioned the idea of a summit, he emphasized that no formal decision has been made yet. The Saudi Foreign Ministry praised the phone call between Trump and Putin that occurred earlier in the week, highlighting its commitment to facilitating peace efforts between Russia and Ukraine.
The statement reiterated Saudi Arabia's dedication to working towards a lasting resolution to the conflict in Ukraine. It also stated the country's willingness to offer its support in finding a political solution to the crisis.
