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Saudi FM, US Secretary of State discuss regional security, coordination

Saudi Gazette

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July 11, 2026

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Saudi FM, US Secretary of State discuss regional security, coordination

JEDDAH — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan held a phone call with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to discuss continued coordination in support of regional security and stability. During the call, Prince Faisal and Rubio discussed the latest developments in the region. The two officials emphasized the importance of continuing coordination and consultation to promote security and stability across the region.

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Syrian Arab News Agency

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· Jun 29, 2026

Saudi, Pakistani foreign ministers discuss regional security and U.S.-Iran talks

Riyadh, June 29 (SANA) Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar discussed regional security and ongoing diplomatic efforts between the United States and Iran during a phone call on Sunday. According to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), the ministers reviewed developments related to the []

TASS

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· Jul 10, 2026

US, Saudi Arabian top diplomats discuss security cooperation — US Department of State

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud discussed bilateral cooperation aimed at ensuring security in the Middle East

DawnNews English

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· Jun 24, 2026

🔴 LIVE: US State Secretary Marco Rubio Arrives in Kuwait for Talks on U.S.-Iran Interim Deal

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has arrived in Kuwait City as part of a regional diplomatic tour focused on discussions surrounding the interim understanding between the United States and Iran. During the visit, Rubio is expected to meet senior Kuwaiti officials and consult with Arab Gulf allies on the latest developments in U.S.-Iran relations, regional security, and efforts to maintain stability across the Middle East. #marcorubio #kuwait #iran #usa #diplomacy #middleeast #breakingnews #worldnews -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dawn News English is your window into the latest news, insight, and features from South Asia and beyond. Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dawndotcom/ Official Twitter: https://twitter.com/dawn_com Website: www.dawn.com Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawnnewsenglish #news #latestnews #dawnnewsenglish #dawnnews

Libyan News Agency

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· Jun 25, 2026

Al-Zoubi is in Washington to discuss security cooperation and unifying the military establishment with Boulos, the deputy commander of AFRICOM.

Al-Zoubi / Washington / Discuss / Security Cooperation / Unifying / Military Establishment / Boulos / Deputy Commander / AFRICOM

BRICS News

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· Jun 25, 2026

JUST IN: 🇺🇸 US Secretary of State Rubio says he had a "really, really good"

JUST IN: US Secretary of State Rubio says he had a really, really good meeting with Gulf countries.@BRICSNews

Qatar News Agency

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· Jun 26, 2026

US Keen on Gulf Security and Stability, State Secretary Rubio Says

Manama, June 26 (QNA) - US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said that Washington will ensure that understandings and negotiations under the US-Iran memorandum of understanding do not undermine the sovereignty, security or stability of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states.

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Related coverage for "Saudi FM, US Secretary of State discuss regional security, coordination": Syrian Arab News Agency — Saudi, Pakistani foreign ministers discuss regional security and U.S.-Iran talks. TASS — US, Saudi Arabian top diplomats discuss security cooperation — US Department of State. DawnNews English — 🔴 LIVE: US State Secretary Marco Rubio Arrives in Kuwait for Talks on U.S.-Iran Interim Deal. Libyan News Agency — Al-Zoubi is in Washington to discuss security cooperation and unifying the military establishment with Boulos, the deputy commander of AFRICOM.. BRICS News — JUST IN: 🇺🇸 US Secretary of State Rubio says he had a "really, really good". Qatar News Agency — US Keen on Gulf Security and Stability, State Secretary Rubio Says