Pakistan, June 24 -- Saudi Arabia has welcomed the ceasefire between Iran and Israel, which was announced by U.S. President Donald Trump late Monday night. The Saudi Foreign Ministry praised all international efforts to reduce tensions and prevent further violence. It shared the official statement on Tuesday through its social media and diplomatic channels.

The conflict between Iran and Israel began on June 13 and lasted for nearly two weeks. During this time, both countries launched hundreds of missiles at each other. The attacks caused many deaths, including top Iranian military and nuclear officials. Civilians in both Iran and Israel also lost their lives, raising fears of a wider war.

Saudi Arabia, in its statement, thanked the U.S....