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Erdogan to visit Saudi Arabia Friday for talks on Hormuz, Iran war

Created at 6 Aug · 7:16 PM1 source↑ Market-relevant
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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan will visit Saudi Arabia on Friday for a one-day working visit. He is scheduled to meet with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to discuss the US-Iran war and its impact on the Strait of Hormuz.

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Recep Tayyip Erdogan
Turkish President visiting Saudi Arabia
Mohammed bin Salman
Saudi Crown Prince meeting with Erdogan
Shehbaz Sharif
Pakistani Prime Minister meeting with Erdogan
Burhanettin Duran
Presidential Communications Director
Erdogan to visit Saudi Arabia Friday for talks on Hormuz, Iran war

↳ Why This Matters

The meeting between the leaders of Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan addresses critical regional security concerns, particularly the potential impact of the US-Iran war on global oil supplies transiting the Strait of Hormuz.

Key facts

  • Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is set to visit Saudi Arabia on Friday.
  • The visit includes meetings with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
  • Discussions will focus on the US-Iran war and its implications for the Strait of Hormuz.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is scheduled to visit Saudi Arabia on Friday for a one-day working visit, according to an announcement from his office on Thursday. During the trip, Erdogan is expected to hold discussions with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.

The primary agenda for the meeting will be the ongoing US-Iran war and its potential impact on the critical Strait of Hormuz shipping lane. Details regarding further agenda items were not immediately available.

This visit follows a recent phone call on Monday between Erdogan and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, where they discussed bilateral ties and regional developments. In that conversation, Erdogan emphasized that Israel must fully comply with the roadmap for the second phase of the Gaza Peace Plan for its success.

Frequently asked questions

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is visiting Saudi Arabia.

He is expected to meet with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.

The leaders will discuss the US-Iran war and its effect on the Strait of Hormuz.

What Happens Next

01Erdogan to meet with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday.

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How It Developed

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan will visit Saudi Arabia on Friday.
Erdogan will meet with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
The leaders will discuss the US-Iran war and its effect on the Strait of Hormuz.

Sources

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Erdogan to visit Saudi Arabia Friday to discuss Hormuz: presidencyMiddle East Eye
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President Erdoğan to visit Saudi Arabia for talks with MBS, Pakistan PMdailysabah.com

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