Washington, July 15 (Petra) — Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of
Foreign and Expatriates Affairs Ayman Safadi held talks on Tuesday
afternoon in Washington with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio,
focusing on Jordan-U.S. relations and developments in the region.

The two ministers affirmed the depth of the Jordanian-American
partnership and their shared interest in further developing
cooperation across various fields.

Safadi and Rubio discussed regional developments and efforts to end
escalation and restore calm in the region.

Safadi stressed the importance of adhering to the ceasefire agreement
between the United States and Iran and reaching a comprehensive
solution to the crisis that addresses the causes of the conflict,
guarantees freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz in
accordance with international law, and supports lasting security and
stability.

The two ministers condemned Iranian attacks against Jordan and Gulf
Cooperation Council countries.

Talks also covered developments in Gaza and efforts to support the
implementation of all provisions of U.S. President Donald Trump’s
plan. Safadi emphasized the need to intensify efforts to achieve a
just and lasting peace based on the two-state solution.

Rubio expressed appreciation for Jordan’s role in supporting regional
security and stability, while Safadi thanked the United States for
its continued support for Jordan.

Safadi also held meetings with members of the U.S. Congress to
discuss strengthening Jordan-U.S. relations and regional issues. His
meetings included Senate Foreign Relations Committee Chairman Senator
Jim Risch, Senate Democratic Leader Senator Jeanne Shaheen, House
Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Representative Brian Mast, and
Representative Gregory Meeks, the Democratic ranking member of the
House Foreign Affairs Committee.

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