Saudi Arabia Has Intensified Direct Line to Iran to Defuse War
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Summary
Saudi Arabia has stepped up direct engagement with Iran to try and contain a war in the Middle East that is causing havoc and stressing global markets, according to several European officials.
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source Livemint - Policy & Politics
Published Saturday, 7 March 2026
Affected Population ~850 million internet users, 75,000+ startups
Key Numbers
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
UPI: 14 billion monthly transactions
850 million+ Aadhaar-linked mobiles
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right