Saudi Arabia urges U.S. and Iran to ease tensions and resume talks amid Hormuz crisis

Tue, 05 May 2026 07:35:00 +0200

Saudi Arabia has warned of the risks of further regional escalation in the Persian Gulf, calling on the United States and Iran to de‑escalate and return to diplomatic negotiations. Riyadh is particularly concerned about the impact of a U.S. naval blockade on the Strait of Hormuz and the potential for wider disruptions to global oil shipping routes. Gulf officials say Saudi Arabia is pressing Washington to lift the blockade and resume indirect talks with Tehran through regional mediators, in an effort to avoid prolonged conflict and economic damage. The move highlights Saudi Arabia’s balancing act: it wants to prevent Iran from dominating a critical chokepoint such as Hormuz, while also avoiding a military confrontation that could destabilize energy markets and regional security.