<p>In a telephone call, Clinton discussed with Saudi Arab's Foreign Minister Prince Saud al-Faisal the situation in the region and in the strategic tiny Gulf kingdom of Bahrain.<br /><br />"In discussing regional developments with her Saudi counterpart, the Secretary underscored the necessity of restraint by the security forces in Bahrain," the State Department said.<br /><br />Clinton noted that the US has welcomed steps by Bahraini Crown Prince Selman bin Hamad al-Khalifa to initiate a meaningful dialogue with the full spectrum of Bahraini society.<br /><br />"Secretary Clinton expressed hope that Bahrain's friends in the region and internationally will support this initiative as a constructive path to preserve Bahrain's stability and help meet the aspirations of all of Bahrain's people," the Department said in a statement.</p>.<p>Clinton also indicated that the US is encouraged by reports that King Abdullah will return soon to Saudi Arabia, the statement said. </p>
<p>In a telephone call, Clinton discussed with Saudi Arab's Foreign Minister Prince Saud al-Faisal the situation in the region and in the strategic tiny Gulf kingdom of Bahrain.<br /><br />"In discussing regional developments with her Saudi counterpart, the Secretary underscored the necessity of restraint by the security forces in Bahrain," the State Department said.<br /><br />Clinton noted that the US has welcomed steps by Bahraini Crown Prince Selman bin Hamad al-Khalifa to initiate a meaningful dialogue with the full spectrum of Bahraini society.<br /><br />"Secretary Clinton expressed hope that Bahrain's friends in the region and internationally will support this initiative as a constructive path to preserve Bahrain's stability and help meet the aspirations of all of Bahrain's people," the Department said in a statement.</p>.<p>Clinton also indicated that the US is encouraged by reports that King Abdullah will return soon to Saudi Arabia, the statement said. </p>