He was welcomed at King Khalid International Airport by Prince Mohammed Bin Abdulrahman, Deputy Governor of Riyadh Region, Saudi Ambassador to Iran Abdullah Al-Anzi, Iranian Ambassador to the Kingdom Dr. Alireza Enayati, and other officials.
This visit comes after the restoration of diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Iran in March 2023, which led to the exchange of diplomatic missions and the reopening of embassies in their respective capitals.
President Raisi's participation in the extraordinary summit is significant, as it is convened in response to the critical developments in Gaza. The summit is focused on unifying efforts and presenting a cohesive Arab-Islamic stance on the situation in Gaza and the Palestinian territories.
This event highlights a notable step in diplomatic engagement and collaboration between Iran and Saudi Arabia, especially considering the historical context of their relations.