Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken held a meeting with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as reported by Spokesperson Matthew Miller. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum.

During the meeting, Secretary Blinken and Foreign Minister Fidan discussed crucial matters concerning the conflict in the region. They explored efforts to achieve an immediate ceasefire to secure the release of hostages and alleviate the suffering of Palestinians in Gaza. Spokesperson Matthew Miller emphasized, "The Secretary emphasized that it is Hamas’s refusal to accept a deal that is responsible for the conflict continuing, and urged that all efforts be brought to bear to convince Hamas to accept the immediate ceasefire proposal that is on the table."

Furthermore, the discussions between Secretary Blinken and Foreign Minister Fidan also revolved around ongoing efforts to establish a durable and lasting peace in the region. This included considerations for a pathway to a Palestinian state with security guarantees for Israel. Spokesperson Matthew Miller stated, "Secretary Blinken emphasized the importance of avoiding an escalation of conflict in the Middle East."

The meeting between Secretary Blinken and Foreign Minister Fidan highlights the diplomatic efforts being made to address the Israel-Hamas conflict and work towards a peaceful resolution in the region.