Pentagon: Saudi Arabia a major partner in regional peace
US Department of State Ned Price [msnbc/Youtube grab]
January 30, 2021 at 10:02 am
The US Department of Defense has reiterated that Saudi Arabia is a major partner of the US in the Middle East and an important pillar for regional security,
Asharq Al-Awsat newspaper reported on Friday.
Speaking to the London-based newspaper, Pentagon Spokesperson Anton Semelroth announced that the Pentagon continues to assess its situation in the Middle East and the Arabian Gulf region to ensure a balance between operational requirements and risks, and to prepare for achieving global commitments.
On Monday, Spokesperson for the US Department of State Ned Price stated: "As we work to de-escalate tensions in the region through principled diplomacy… We will also help our partner Saudi Arabia defend against attacks on its territory and hold those who attempt to undermine stability to account."