Jeddah | B | BETH
May 13, 2026

His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, held a phone call with his brother, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates.

During the call, the two leaders discussed areas of cooperation between the two brotherly countries, in addition to reviewing regional developments and ongoing efforts aimed at enhancing security and stability in the region.

BETH Analysis

The call comes at a sensitive regional moment marked by growing security, political, and economic challenges, reflecting the continuation of Gulf coordination at the highest levels in dealing with rapidly evolving developments.

What stands out in the broader Gulf landscape is that relations among Gulf states are not measured merely by moments of disagreement or differences in viewpoints,
But by the depth of historical ties, shared interests, and unity of destiny.

The Gulf states understand their interests well,
And do not need outsiders to define the nature of their relationship with one another.

Differences may emerge on certain files,
But experience has repeatedly shown that what unites Gulf nations is far greater than any temporary disagreement.

At critical moments,
The Gulf often moves with the logic of a single partner,
Rather than the logic of internal rivalry.

This is why Gulf calls and meetings under such circumstances appear to be more than political coordination alone…

They are also messages of reassurance affirming that Gulf security is still viewed as an interconnected system, and that the stability of any Gulf state directly reflects on the others.

In a world filled with shifting alliances and transformations,
Gulf cohesion — despite all challenges — remains one of the clearest pillars of balance and stability in the region.