Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, arrived in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday to begin high-level discussions with senior U.S. officials, including United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio, aimed at deepening coordination on pressing regional crises and diplomatic initiatives.

The arrival of Prince Faisal underscores the close engagement between Riyadh and Washington on issues ranging from the ongoing conflict in Sudan to ceasefire efforts in Yemen and broader Middle East stability.

Preparatory diplomatic activity preceded the meetings, including talks in Riyadh between Saudi and U.S. envoys focused on establishing a humanitarian truce in Sudan’s protracted civil war.

Saudi and American representatives have underscored the urgency of mitigating civilian suffering and advancing pathways to negotiated settlements.

In Washington, Prince Faisal is slated to meet with Secretary Rubio at the State Department to review bilateral cooperation and align on shared objectives concerning regional security, humanitarian access, and efforts to support peace processes.

The discussions are expected to reflect both countries’ interest in reinforcing strategic ties and coordinating responses to complex crises affecting the Middle East and adjacent regions.

This visit comes against the backdrop of sustained diplomatic engagement between the United States and Saudi Arabia, with both capitals emphasizing the importance of partnership in addressing conflict, facilitating humanitarian relief, and promoting political solutions to enduring challenges.