Obama calls Cameron, discusses G20 summit in Mexico

To discuss economic situation in Europe, and upcoming G-20 Summit in Mexico

US President Barack Obama has called British Prime Minister David Cameron to discuss with him the economic situation in Europe and the upcoming G-20 Summit in Mexico later this month.

"The President and Prime Minister discussed the economic situation in Europe, as well as preparations for the June 18-19 G-20 Summit in Los Cabos, Mexico," the White House said in a statement.

Obama also commended Cameron for the Special Forces raid over the weekend that freed several hostages in Afghanistan, including a British aid worker, it said.

"Finally, the President reiterated his congratulations to Her Majesty, the Queen, on the occasion of her Diamond Jubilee," the White House said.