On October 15, 2024, U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken held a call with Jordan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi to address critical regional developments. Blinken emphasized the necessity of a diplomatic solution in Lebanon, aligned with United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701, to ensure the safe return of both Lebanese and Israeli civilians. He acknowledged Jordan’s leadership and generosity in providing humanitarian assistance to Gaza and Lebanon, while stressing the importance of increasing aid to Gaza amid rising instability in the West Bank. Blinken reiterated the U.S. commitment to preserving the historic status quo at holy sites in Jerusalem and called for a ceasefire agreement to bring home hostages, ease the suffering of both Palestinians and Israelis, and end the ongoing conflict.
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Jordanian Foreign Minister Safadi
Readout : The following is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller:
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Jordan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Ayman Safadi today to discuss regional developments. The Secretary underscored the need for a diplomatic resolution in Lebanon that implements United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701 and allows both Lebanese and Israeli civilians to safely return home. The Secretary thanked the Minister for the leadership of His Majesty King Abdullah II and the generosity of the Jordanian people in delivering urgent humanitarian assistance to Gaza and Lebanon. The Secretary emphasized the need to ensure more humanitarian aid is delivered to Gaza and expressed concern about rising instability in the West Bank. He reaffirmed the unwavering commitment of the United States to the preservation of the historic status quo at the holy sites in Jerusalem. The Secretary reiterated that it is time to reach a ceasefire agreement for Gaza that brings the hostages home, alleviates the suffering of the Palestinian and Israeli people, and ultimately brings an end to the war.
October 15, 2024 Washington, DC Office of the Spokesperson
Sources: State.gov, Midtown Tribune