(Central News Agency, Washington, 9th, comprehensive foreign news report) The US State Department stated that Secretary of State Rubio today met with Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammed, a Middle Eastern ally, emphasizing Qatar's role as a key mediator in the Persian Gulf region as Washington awaits Tehran's response to peace proposals.

Agence France-Presse reported that State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott said that when Rubio met with Mohammed, he "expressed gratitude for Qatar's partnership on a number of issues."

The statement pointed out that during the meeting, the two sides "also discussed US support for Qatar's defense and the importance of close coordination between the two countries to deter threats and promote stability and security throughout the Middle East." (Compiler: Liu Wen-yu) 1150510

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  • Source: CNA (Central News Agency)
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