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King Abdullah II holds meeting with Israeli Knesset members

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King Abdullah II of Jordan convened a meeting on Monday with the head of the Hadash-Ta'al list in the Knesset, MK Ayman Odeh, along with members MK Ahmad Tibi and MK Youssef Atauna. 

During the meeting, the King issued a stern warning about the ongoing war in Gaza © RHC

During the meeting, the King issued a stern warning about the ongoing war in Gaza © RHC

King Abdullah II of Jordan convened a meeting on Monday with the head of the Hadash-Ta'al list in the Knesset, MK Ayman Odeh, along with members MK Ahmad Tibi and MK Youssef Atauna. 

During the meeting, the King issued a stern warning about the ongoing war in Gaza and the escalating tensions in the West Bank and Jerusalem, emphasizing the potential for a broader conflict.

Abdullah affirmed Jordan's commitment to advocating for an end to the hostilities in Gaza. He reiterated Jordan's stance on providing humanitarian, relief, and medical assistance to Gaza, pledging to continue these efforts by land and air to alleviate the suffering of the people in the besieged territory.

By Bruno Finel 

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