Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Jordanian Foreign Minister Safadi

The follow is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller:

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met today with Jordan's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Ayman Safadi to discuss ongoing efforts to de-escalate regional tensions. The Secretary underscored the importance of bringing the war in Gaza to an end, securing the release of all hostages, and alleviating the suffering of the Palestinian people. He reaffirmed the urgency and critical necessity for additional food, medicine, and humanitarian aid to be delivered to the people of Gaza. He expressed appreciation for Jordan's leadership in providing life-saving aid to Gaza through the Jordan Corridor.

The Secretary discussed the need to reach a diplomatic resolution between Israel and Hizballah that fully implements United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701 and allows civilians on both sides of the Blue Line to return to their homes. He reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to work with partners across the region to establish lasting stability.