In a diplomatic mission, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to address the Mideast crisis. Blinken emphasized the U.S. commitment to halting Hamas terrorist attacks, securing hostage releases, and preventing the conflict’s spread. The meeting highlighted shared goals of protecting civilians and fostering stability in the region. Amid warming Saudi-Israel ties, the recent Hamas attack disrupted normalization efforts, with the U.S. pointing to a potential motive. The discussion also encompassed Yemen and Sudan. Blinken’s regional tour aims to address escalating tensions and seek resolutions, with Egypt as the next stop.
Blinken Urges Anti-Hamas Pressure in Talks with Saudi Crown Prince Amidst Mideast Crisis
![](https://affairsace-media.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/2023/10/20154146/antony-blinken.jpg)