Saudi crown prince urges Trump not to escalate Iran war as US leader weighs new strikes: AP source

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman urged President Trump not to escalate the U.S.-Iran conflict during a phone call, expressing concerns about potential retaliation against Gulf energy infrastructure. Trump is considering new strikes against Iran following a thwarted attack on a U.S. base in Jordan, while Saudi Arabia advocates for renewed negotiations. The U.S. State Department issued security alerts in 10 regional countries due to escalating tensions.