Secretary Blinken’s Call with UK Foreign Secretary Lammy Readout July 5, 2024

 

Secretary Blinken’s Call with UK Foreign Secretary Lammy

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July 5, 2024

The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller:

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with new UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy today. The Secretary congratulated Foreign Secretary Lammy on his appointment. Secretary Blinken and Foreign Secretary Lammy emphasized the enduring and essential importance of the U.S.-UK special relationship in addressing the most pressing global challenges, including reaching an immediate and enduring ceasefire in Gaza, and supporting Ukraine against Russia’s brutal aggression. The Secretary noted that he looks forward to welcoming the Foreign Secretary to the NATO Summit in Washington next week.