Hamas' Political Bureau Chief Ismail Haniyeh was assassinated in Tehran on 31/7/2024.
Following the assassination, Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal Bin Farhan received a telephone call from U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken on 1/8/2024.
The note provides a comprehensive overview of the following aspects:
- Saudi CP Mohammad Bin Salman’s reaction to Haniyeh’s assassination
- His current priorities
- His criticism of the U.S. performance concerning the Gaza War
- A request from Secretary Blinken to Riyadh
The note also highlights the Kingdom’s position if Iran and its allies attack Israel.
