King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain held a phone call today with Syrian President Ahmad al-Shara.

A statement said the two sides discussed regional and international developments during the call, as well as exchanged views on a number of issues of common interest.

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The statement noted that this communication comes within the framework of efforts to enhance security and stability in the region.