Saudi Mediation: MBS-Zelensky and Prince Faisal-Lavrov calls

In this regard, Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal Bin Farhan Al Saud received on 7/5/2024 a telephone call from his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov.

The following day, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman (MBS) received a telephone call from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

The note provides a comprehensive overview of the following aspects:

• Prince Faisal-Lavrov’s call
• A request made by Lavrov concerning the Ukraine situation and Saudi stance on it
• A request made by President Zelensky in the context of the war
• MBS’ views on the request

The note also highlights MBS’ view on Russia being excluded from the Ukraine Peace Conference" in Luzern, Switzerland on 15-16/6/2024.