Russia-Saudi relations "as warm as the weather in Riyadh", Prince Abdulaziz says, 16 June RF Deputy PM Alexander Novak

The Prince made a surprise appearance at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum while not being listed on an official schedule. Russia could continue cooperating within the OPEC+ oil production agreement beyond 2022, Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said, after a meeting with Saudi Arabia's energy minister.

GRAPHIC oil production hikes to offset sanctions

Asked whether OPEC+ partners are complaining about Russian underproduction, Novak told reporters after the meeting: "We see the current situation (on the global oil market) as balanced despite some uncertainties."

King Salman sends written message to Qatari emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, 16 June

related to consolidating fraternal relations between the two brotherly countries

13 June: US Gen. Allen (ret'd) business deals with the government of Qatar indicted

Egyptian leader affirms depth of country's strategic ties with EU, 15 June MOU
duly noted press conference