Important Meeting Between King Abdullah II of Jordan and Biden
In an official statement from the Jordanian Royal Office, it was reported that US President Joe Biden had a phone conversation with King Abdullah II. During this conversation, King Abdullah emphasized the need to reach a comprehensive calm in order to reduce tension in the region and prevent a possible regional war.
King Abdullah II said that a ceasefire in Gaza and an end to the ongoing humanitarian disaster is the first step to protect the security of the region and prevent further conflict. He also noted that actions that increase tensions and violate international law must be stopped.
King Abdullah noted that Israel’s attacks and unilateral actions against Palestinian territories could further fuel violence in the region. In this context, he stressed the importance of the US role in ending the war in Gaza and achieving a permanent ceasefire.
Biden, for his part, thanked King Abdullah II for his efforts to establish peace and stability in the region.
International Contacts of Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi
In another development, Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi continued his international contacts to prevent a possible conflict between Iran and Israel. Safadi held phone conversations with his Spanish, Norwegian and British counterparts in this context.
- Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares
- Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide
- British Foreign Secretary David Lammy
The discussions focused on the tensions in the region and the effects of the assassination attempt on Hamas Political Bureau Chairman Ismail Haniyeh. Safadi stated that stopping the attacks and violations of international law in Gaza is the most important step to reduce tension.
