Iran and Saudi Arabia reached an agreement to renew relations mediated by China three months ago. The opening of the embassy follows Iran's announcement that the new ambassador to Saudi Arabia will be Alireza Anati.
The Iranian missions have already begun operating before Shi'ite pilgrims from Iran begin arriving in Mecca and Medina, the holy cities of Islam.Tomorrow, another step will be taken in the framework of renewed relations when Iran opens the doors of its General Consulate building in Jeddah. An office of a representative of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation will also be opened.