Iran's President Says He Wants to Resolve Saudi Tensions

ASSOCIATED PRESS

Iran's President Hassan Rouhani said Saturday Tehran was not interested in maintaining tensions with Saudi Arabia and responded positively when Pakistan tried to mediate between the two rivals.

Speaking at a news conference in Islamabad to mark the end of his two-day visit to Pakistan, Rouhani said Saudi plays an important role in the Muslim world and that "if there is any problem between two countries, it should be resolved through talks."

"Iran's nuclear pact is an example for the world. We have overcome problems through dialogues," he said.

Pakistan is a key ally of Saudi Arabia and shares a long border with Iran.
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