Iran president tells Saudi crown prince that US threats cause instability

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by Al Jazeera Staff,News AgenciesJanuary 27, 2026 at 09:23 PM

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In a phone call on January 27, 2026, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian told Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman that U.S. threats are destabilizing the region. The call occurred after the U.S. sent an aircraft carrier to the region amid rising tensions, with the U.S. considering military action against Iran following a crackdown on protestors. Pezeshkian stated that such threats disrupt regional security and benefit no one. Prince Mohammed welcomed dialogue and reaffirmed Saudi Arabia's commitment to regional stability, rejecting aggression against Iran. He also expressed Riyadh's readiness to establish peace and security across the region. The call follows recent threats from U.S. President Trump to attack Iran.

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USS Abraham Lincoln 40% Riyadh ×240% Israel 50% Donald Trump ×270% Saudi Arabia ×280% Mohammed bin Salman ×280% United States ×590% Masoud Pezeshkian ×390% Iran ×7100%

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