The move shows a growing wedge and rivalry between two Arab monarchies of Persian Gulf region.

Iran’s deputy foreign minister for international and legal affairs has underscored the strategic importance of the renewed relationship with Saudi Arabia, saying that growing cordial relations between Tehran and Riyadh are not just beneficial bilaterally but are a powerful force for regional stability and global peace.

US President Donald Trump has claimed that Saudi Arabia will normalize relations with the Israeli regime without any preconditions.

Iran and Saudi Arabia stress need to deepen their cooperation in healthcare, medicine, and medical technology.

An Israeli delegation is likely to visit Saudi Arabia to attend the 26th United Nations Tourism General Assembly, according to a report by the Israeli Army Radio.

Riyadh plans to take a leading role in post-war Gaza and help to disarm and marginalize the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas, according to a report.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is hoping to sign normalization deals with Saudi Arabia and Indonesia before holding legislative elections scheduled for June 2026.