RRI.CO.ID, Jakarta - Against the backdrop of intensifying conflict in the Middle East, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman held a phone conversation on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, to address the growing military escalation and its implications for regional and global stability.

According to a statement released by Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, as quoted by Antara, the two leaders exchanged views on the latest developments and expressed concern over the potential consequences of continued hostilities.

President Prabowo emphasized the urgent need to halt military actions in the region, warning that ongoing operations risk undermining security and stability.

The discussion came amid a sharp escalation of violence. On February 28, U.S. and Israeli forces launched a series of strikes on targets inside Iran, including in Tehran, causing significant destruction and civilian casualties. Iranian state television later confirmed the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in the attacks.

Iran retaliated with missile strikes on Israeli territory and U.S. military facilities across the Middle East. The confrontation widened further on Tuesday, March 10, when Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and the United Arab Emirates announced that their air defense systems had intercepted drones and ballistic missiles launched from Iran.

The exchange between President Prabowo and Mohammed bin Salman underscores growing regional alarm over the spiraling conflict, with both leaders calling for restraint to prevent further destabilization. ***