President Biden held a meeting with the King of Jordan, His Majesty King Abdullah II, at the White House, where they discussed the ongoing conflict between Israel and the terrorist organization Hamas. In his remarks, President Biden expressed his long-standing friendship with the King and emphasized the United States' commitment to bringing an end to the crisis and ensuring the safety and security of both the Israeli and Palestinian people.
The President recounted the horrifying attack by Hamas on October 7th, which resulted in the loss of more than 1,200 innocent lives, including women, men, and children. He also mentioned the 250 hostages that were taken, with 134 still being held captive by Hamas. The anguish suffered by their families remains unimaginable, and the United States considers it a top priority to bring them back home safely.
