Riyadh, October 23, 2024 – His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, welcomed US Secretary of State Antony Blinken for a pivotal meeting in Riyadh today. The discussions reaffirmed the deep and strategic partnership between Saudi Arabia and the United States, focusing on strengthening bilateral relations and exploring further avenues for cooperation across various sectors.
A central theme of the discussions was the current regional and international landscape, with particular attention given to the crises in Gaza and Lebanon. Both leaders reviewed the ongoing military operations in these areas and shared their concerns about the humanitarian and security challenges arising from the conflicts. They emphasized the need for coordinated international efforts to bring an end to the military escalations, while also addressing the broader implications for regional stability and security.
In attendance from the Saudi side were Minister of State, Cabinet Member, and National Security Adviser Dr. Musaed bin Mohammed Al-Aiban, and General Intelligence President Khalid bin Ali Al-Humaidan. Representing the US, Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Michael Ratney, along with members of Secretary Blinken’s delegation, took part in the meeting. The presence of high-level officials from both sides underscored the significance of the dialogue in shaping the future of Saudi-US relations and their joint approach to regional challenges.
