Saudi Crown Prince lands in Paris for talks on Iran and energy routes

Mohammed bin Salman arrived in Paris on Monday for a two-day official visit, where he will hold talks with French President Emmanuel Macron. The discussions are expected to focus on the war in Iran and the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route for global oil supplies. The two leaders will also explore new energy routes that could bypass the strait, reducing dependence on the narrow waterway. Beyond diplomacy, the crown prince and Macron appeared together at the closing ceremony of the Esports World Cup. The event was held for the first time outside Saudi Arabia, though it remains largely funded by Riyadh.