During a telephone conversation, the two leaders discussed regional and international issues of common interest, with particular emphasis on the situation in the Middle East and measures to address current challenges.

According to WAM, the two leaders agreed on the need to consolidate conditions of security and stability for the benefit of the peoples and countries of the region. They also discussed ways to expand bilateral cooperation and joint action with the aim of strengthening the strategic partnership between Moscow and Abu Dhabi.

The dialogue is taking place within a context of of rising regional tensions, marked by attacks on Saudi facilities attributed to the Houthis since October 5, which, according to data cited in the report, killed 20 and injured hundreds. in addition to material damages and air traffic disruptions.

The situation is also developed amid the confrontation between Saudi Arabia and Yemen, which has included attacks on civil aviation and energy infrastructure facilities within the Kingdom, as well as Yemeni civilian and military targets.

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