The statement added that President Obama discussed with Prince Mohammed bin Naif, the regional issues concerning Iran and the need to reach a peaceful settlement for the conflict in Syria. With regard to Yemen and pursuant to the talks which took place on 10th December between Prince Mohammed bin Naif and Assistant to the US President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism Lisa Monaco, President Obama and Prince Mohammed bin Naif emphasized the importance of continuing cooperation in countering the dangers of Al-Qaeda organization in the Arabian Peninsula and the support for the President of Republic of Yemen, Abd Rabbo Mansour Hadi; Prime Minister Khalid Mahfouz Bahah and the new legitimate Yemeni government in their efforts to achieve stability through the implementation of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)'s initiative, national dialogue, peace agreement and, national partnership. --SPA 12:46 LOCAL TIME 09:46 GMT www.spa.gov.sa/w