UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Russia's Vladimir Putin have reviewed developments in the Middle East and underscored the importance of reinforcing security and stability in the region during a phone call.
According to national news agency Wam, the leaders "exchanged views on regional and international issues".
They also discussed efforts to strengthen strategic relations between the two countries.
The leaders hold regular phone discussions, with the last one reported on August 7.
In September, His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, also held bilateral talks the Russian leader in New Delhi on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit.

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