Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman tells President Donald Trump he is concerned that the United States could escalate its conflict with Iran, according to reports from multiple outlets. The message is conveyed during a phone call, with details provided by people familiar with the conversation. Axios reports that bin Salman urges Trump not to proceed with a plan for additional strikes, citing sources familiar with the call. Separately, The Jerusalem Post reports that bin Salman asks Trump to reconsider large-scale strikes on Iran, while Israeli sources say Israel has increased its alert and readiness in anticipation of a possible resumption of major U.S. strikes.
The reports also frame the discussion as part of a broader U.S. decision-making process, with Trump weighing whether to carry out new attacks. The outlets generally agree that bin Salman’s position is to caution against escalation, while Israel’s posture reflects concerns about potential renewed U.S. action. No outlet provides additional specifics about the proposed strikes or any final decision by the United States.
