Saudi Prince Khaled-Hegseth Call: Key clarifications and understanding reached

The note provides an overview of the following aspects:

• Prince Khaled’s purpose from the call
• The key topics discussed during the call
• An understanding reached between Prince Khaled and Hegseth
• The Saudi views on Hegseth

The note also highlights the recent meeting between Saudi Assistant Defense Minister Talal Al-Otaibi and U.S. Senior Bureau Official for the Bureau of Political Military Affairs James Holtsnider.