01/19/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/19/2025 19:37
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Jordan's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Ayman Safadi today. The Secretary and Foreign Minister discussed the ceasefire agreement and release of hostages in Gaza, as well as next steps towards regional security and stability. The Secretary thanked Jordan for its close partnership and conveyed his appreciation for Jordan's leadership in providing urgently needed humanitarian assistance through the Jordan Corridor to Palestinians in Gaza.