Jordan Praises Saudi Arabia's Role in Facilitating U.S.-Russia Talks
In a statement, Ambassador Sufyan Al-Qudah, spokesperson for the Jordanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, welcomed the diplomatic endeavors to resolve the Russia-Ukraine war. He specifically highlighted the recent phone conversation between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin as a crucial step toward de-escalating tensions and enhancing regional and global stability.
Ambassador Al-Qudah also underscored the significance of Saudi Arabia's initiative to host U.S.-Russia talks in Jeddah this coming Sunday, emphasizing its potential to contribute to ending the war and fostering a more secure international environment.
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