Saudi Arabia Reaches Out to Syria in Surprise Call

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan called his Syrian counterpart on Friday, marking a notable high-level contact between the two nations. In the call with Syria's Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani, the diplomats discussed the latest developments inside Syria. Al-Shaibani outlined the efforts currently being made by the Syrian government. Prince Faisal reaffirmed Saudi Arabia's official position on the situation, according to a report from Syria's state news agency. The report did not provide further details on the substance of the Saudi position. The conversation represents a significant diplomatic gesture as Syria remains largely isolated by many Arab and Western governments.