Saudi crown prince extends condolences to Iran’s acting president over Raisi's death

By Ibrahim al-Khazen

ISTANBUL (AA) - Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Friday offered his condolences to Iran’s acting President Mohammad Mokhber over the death of late Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi.

According to the official Saudi news agency SPA, the crown prince spoke to Mokhber to express condolences on the passing of Raisi, Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and other officials in Sunday's helicopter crash.

Both leaders also discussed bilateral relations, and reaffirmed the importance of continuing to enhance cooperation in diverse fields.

First Vice President Mokhber was appointed as interim president until a new presidential election is held on June 28.

*Writing by Ahmed Asmar