HomeOffice of the SpokespersonPress Releases...Secretary Blinken’s Call with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud hide Secretary Blinken’s Call with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud Readout Office of the Spokesperson February 2, 2024 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud. The Secretary discussed his upcoming travel to the region and ongoing work to establish a more integrated, peaceful region that includes lasting security for Israelis and Palestinians alike. The Secretary reiterated the importance of securing a humanitarian pause that includes the release of hostages held by Hamas. Tags Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs Hostage Recovery Humanitarian Aid Israel-Hamas Conflict Office of the Spokesperson Peace Saudi Arabia Secretary Trip The Secretary of State Security