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Biden, Saudi crown prince discuss Israel-Hamas war, White House says

Published October 25, 2023 Updated October 25, 2023 12:09am
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WASHINGTON: US President Joe Biden and Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohamed bin Salman held a call on Tuesday to discuss the war between Israel and Palestinian group Hamas, the White House said in a statement.

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They agreed on pursuing broader diplomatic efforts “to maintain stability across the region and prevent the conflict from expanding,” the White House said, adding the two leaders will remain in close coordination directly and through their teams over the coming period.