Riyadh:Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz engaged in a phone conversation with Canada's Minister of National Defense, David McGuinty.

According to Saudi Press Agency, during the call, Prince Khalid bin Salman expressed condolences for the loss of several military service members due to a fire at a Canadian Forces base in Alberta Province, and conveyed wishes for a swift recovery for the injured.

The discussion touched on the potential for Saudi-Canadian collaboration in defense, current regional developments, and strategies to enhance joint efforts for regional security and stability. The call also included a denunciation of the terrorist attacks conducted by the Houthi militia against Saudi Arabia.