📅 13 October 1980
Prince Fahd approved expert discussions with the United States on regional contingencies and support arrangements. The U.S. ambassador’s report stressed Saudi sensitivity over public exposure.
📅 17 October 1980
The U.S. embassy reported agreement with Saudi Arabia on contingency cooperation, possible American use of facilities, and keeping Hormuz open. This expanded the framework for talks begun earlier.
📅 4 December 1980
State Department instructions asked for Saudi help meeting Turkish and Portuguese oil needs. The cable sought replacement supplies and price moderation while Iranian and Iraqi exports remained...
