Secretary Blinken’s Call with Qatari Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Al Thani

The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller:

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Qatari Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani on November 11 about the conflict in Gaza. They discussed ongoing efforts to evacuate the critically wounded and urgently increase the flow of humanitarian aid into Gaza. Secretary Blinken and Prime Minister Al Thani also discussed efforts to ensure the safe passage of foreign nationals out of Gaza and the immediate and safe return of all hostages. Secretary Blinken reaffirmed the importance of the strategic partnership between the United States and Qatar.