Saudi king urges Iran to end 'negative' behavior

By Agence France-Presse

Dec 30, 2021 3:00 pm

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia's King Salman urged arch-rival Iran on Thursday to end its 'negative behavior' in the region, after Riyadh accused Tehran of aiding Yemeni rebels in launching deadly attacks on his country.

However, the monarch who turns 86 on Friday appeared to soften his hawkish tone towards the Islamic republic, after having urged world powers last year to take a 'firm stance' against Tehran.

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