The United States is urging Saudi Arabia and Iran to cool tensions as the diplomatic row between the two continues to intensify.
The relationship crumbled after Saudi Arabia executed a prominent Shia cleric.
The White House says US Secretary of State John Kerry has spoken to his Iranian counterpart and American diplomats have also talked to Saudi officials.
White House Spokesman Josh Earnest says it's critical both sides show restraint.
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White House Spokesman Josh Earnest says sectarian conflicts all over the Middle East must end.
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White House Spokesman Josh Earnest says he is hoping deteriorating relations between Saudi Arabia and Iran don't derail Syria peace talks.
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