US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and Saudi Foreign Minister Adel al-Jubeir had meeting, during which they discussed the Qatar-Gulf crisis, US Department of State spokesperson Heather Nauert informed.

She noted that during the meeting Tillerson confirmed the need  for de-escalation of the situation and constructive dialogue to solve the problem in the shortest terms.

According to her,  the two agreed that the sides have a desire to reduce tension and work towards a long-term solution. Nauert noted that  Tillerson and Jubeir agreed on the need to fully focus on the fight against global terrorism.

Prior to the meeting, Saudi Foreign Minister said that "there is no blockade of Qatar.”

“The seaports of Qatar are open. There is no blockade on them. Qatar can move goods in and out whenever they want. They just cannot use our territorial waters," he said adding that Riyadh is ready to supply Qatar with food and medicine if necessary.