The following statement is from spokesman Matthew Miller:
Secretary Antony J. Blinken spoke with Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf today and discussed the proposed resolution to achieve a permanent ceasefire in Gaza and secure the release of all hostages. They emphasized that the resolution would increase humanitarian assistance, enable the return of displaced persons to areas of Gaza, and help launch international reconstruction efforts. Secretary Blinken and Foreign Minister Attaf also discussed means to continue supporting the Palestinian people through increased humanitarian assistance in Gaza, support for the Palestinian Authority, and the path to the creation of a Palestinian state with security guarantees from Israel. The Secretary and Foreign Minister agreed on the importance of closely coordinating on bilateral objectives and exchanged views on international initiatives, including through the United Nations, to achieve a more peaceful and stable Middle East region.
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