CAIRO: Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed said he discussed regional and international issues with Russian President Vladimir Putin during a phone call on Monday.
A tweet from the crown prince gave no details.
Tensions in the Middle East have risen as the United States has stepped up pressure on Iran over its missile program and support of proxy groups in regional conflicts.
Mohamed bin Zayed receives a phone call from Russian President Vladimir Putin, discussing cooperation and key regional and international issues of mutual interest as well as recent regional developments.
— Ù…Øمد بن زايد (@MohamedBinZayed)
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