Rubio Meets With Saudi Defense Minister to Bolster Security Ties

by | Feb 26, 2025

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Saudi Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman Al Saud to reinforce the U.S.-Saudi security partnership.

 

Their discussions focused on advancing peace and stability in Syria, Lebanon, Gaza, and the broader region, including Red Sea security and freedom of navigation. Rubio also emphasized the need for a united stance against Houthi threats to regional stability.

 

 

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