Macron makes unscheduled solidarity visit to Riyadh

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French President Emmanuel Macron visited Riyadh on Wednesday for an unscheduled stop described as a show of solidarity with Saudi Arabia amid intensified Houthi attacks. He met Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to discuss energy, security and infrastructure; France also sought oil and diesel imports to ease tensions at home. The visit came during Macron’s Gulf tour to develop strategic partnerships.

WHO: French President Emmanuel Macron

WHAT: Macron made an unscheduled visit to Riyadh and met Mohammed bin Salman.

WHEN: Oct 21, 2026

WHERE: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

WHY: The stop was described as a show of solidarity with Saudi Arabia amid intensified Houthi attacks; France also sought oil and diesel imports to ease tensions at home.

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