Coverage dated December 18, 2022

Saudi-Iran talks said to have stalled over protests in Iran

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Multiple Iraqi officials have told The Associated Press that Baghdad-mediated talks between Iran and Saudi Arabia have come to a halt. They say this is largely because of Tehran's claims that Saudi Arabia has played a role in alleged foreign incitement of mass anti-government protests that erupted i…

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KOB 4
Saudi-Iran talks said to have stalled over protests in Iran (opens KOB 4)
Published Dec 18, 2022
KOB 4's feed description
Multiple Iraqi officials have told The Associated Press that Baghdad-mediated talks between Iran and Saudi Arabia have come to a halt. They say this is largely because of Tehran's claims that Saudi Arabia has played a role in alleged foreign incitement of mass anti-government protests that erupted i…
Los Angeles Times
Talks between bitter rivals Iran and Saudi Arabia stall over protests challenging Tehran (opens Los Angeles Times)
Published Dec 18, 2022
Los Angeles Times's feed description
The talks had been lauded as a breakthrough that would ease regional tensions, but Tehran is now refusing to meet with Saudi officials, officials say.
The Times of Israel
Saudi-Iran talks said to stall over Tehran’s claim Riyadh behind protests (opens The Times of Israel)
Published Dec 18, 2022
The Times of Israel's feed description
Planned Baghdad negotiations not yet scheduled as Iran accuses its regional rival of fomenting anti-regime demonstrations at home

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