Saudi Crown Prince, Putin discuss regional escalation, maritime security

Saudi Crown Prince, Putin discuss regional escalation, maritime security. RIYADH: Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed developments in the region and the repercussions of the ongoing escalation on maritime security during a phone call on Tuesday, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The two leaders reviewed the latest regional developments and their impact on the security of international shipping routes, SPA added. The Kremlin said Putin and the crown prince stressed the importance of ensuring the safe and unimpeded pas