RIYADH: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa called Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to inquire about the King Shah Salman's health.

According to the SPA, during the phone conversation, the COAS wished speedy recovery of the Saudi King and conveyed his special message to the crown prince. For his part, the crown prince thanked General Bajwa for his concern.

Both leaders also discussed issues of common interest and the latest developments at the regional and international levels. On July 23, Saudi Arabia's 84-year-old ruler, King Salman bin Abdulaziz, underwent a successful operation to remove his gallbladder.