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Charles welcomes King Abdullah of Jordan to Windsor Castle for tea

He gave him a gift, engraved with the ciphers of the King and Queen, to mark 25 years since Abdullah became King of Jordan.

The Independent UK

Starmer meets with King of Jordan at Downing Street

They agreed on the need to support a political solution to ‘end the bloodshed’ in Lebanon.

Evening Standard

Jordan's King Abdullah II Urges Protection Mechanism For Palestinians

King Abdullah II addresses UN on Israel-Gaza conflict, calls for international action and humanitarian aid to protect civilians and promote peace.

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Jordan’s king accepts PM al-Khasawneh’s resignation, appoints technocrat

Jafar Hassan has been named Jordan’s new prime minister by the king after last week’s parliamentary elections.

Al Jazeera

Jordan elections: How will electoral reforms impact the September 10 polls?

The reforms are part of a decade-long democratisation process in which political parties will play a larger role.

Al Jazeera

US In 'Around-the-clock' Push Against Mideast War

US President Joe Biden held crisis talks on Monday on a potential Iranian counterattack on Israel as his administration said it was working around the clock to avoid all-out war in the Middle East.

International Business Times

Joe Biden to meet national security team as fears grow of retaliatory Iranian attack on Israel

US is attempting to ‘turn the temperature down’ after assassinations of Hamas and Hezbollah leaders last week escalate tensions

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The ‘tricky balancing act’: Jordan’s dilemma on Israel and Gaza

As protests rage and tourism dwindles, kingdom must juggle its close ties to US with demands for end to conflict

The Guardian - UK

France, Jordan Urge Israel To Lift Gaza Aid Restrictions

French President Emmanuel Macron and King Abdullah II of Jordan Monday called on Israel to lift all land-based "restrictions" on the delivery of aid to war-torn Gaza, the presidency said.

International Business Times

Biden Again Warns Netanyahu As Rafah Invasion Looms

President Joe Biden on Monday "reiterated his clear position" to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu against an invasion of Rafah, the White House said, after Israel defied U.S. warnings and told Palestinians to evacuate part of the southern Gaza city.

International Business Times

Biden To Speak With Netanyahu As Rafah Fears Mount

President Joe Biden will hold urgent talks with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Monday after Israel defied repeated US warnings and told Palestinians to evacuate part of the southern Gaza city of Rafah ahead of an offensive.

International Business Times

Biden Meets Jordan's King Abdullah Amid Gaza Ceasefire Uncertainty

President Biden and King Abdullah discuss ongoing conflict in the Middle East, emphasizing the need for peace and stability through diplomatic efforts.

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Crown Prince Hussein Of Jordan And Princess Rajwa Expecting First Child

Crown Prince Hussein and Princess Rajwa of Jordan are expecting their first child this summer, bringing joy to the royal family and the nation.

Marie Claire

Crown Prince Hussein and Princess Rajwa of Jordan Announce They Are Expecting Their First Child 10 Months After Their Glamorous Royal Wedding

The baby will be the first grandchild for King Abdullah and Queen Rania.

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Al Jazeera

Are Jordan’s government and pro-Palestinian protesters facing off?

A recent resurgence in pro-Palestinian protests near the Israeli embassy has been met with arrests, but continues.

WEKU

Arab Americans in Michigan see primary ballots as a tool for building political power

A statewide campaign in support of a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war is urging voters to choose the option "uncommitted" on their Democratic primary ballots, instead of President Biden.

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: Push for Gaza ceasefire intensifies as Biden says ‘key elements’ on the table

US president says ‘gaps remain’ in truce proposal and that planned Israeli operation in Rafah should not proceed without a ‘credible plan’. Plus: wall off coast of Germany may be Europe’s oldest known human-built megastructure

The Guardian - AU

South Africa urges ICJ to consider Rafah intervention

Country says Israel’s decision to extend operations could mean a further breach of rights of Palestinians

Evening Standard

Joe Biden tells Israel to protect 'exposed and vulnerable' Rafah civilians

US president said Israel shouldn’t launch a full-scale attack on city ‘without a credible plan for ensuring the safety’ of those living there

International Business Times

Pressure Mounts On Israel For Gaza Ceasefire

Israel faced growing international pressure on Tuesday to agree to a ceasefire with Hamas, as it planned an incursion into the southern Gaza city Rafah where more than a million Palestinians are trapped.

International Business Times

Jordan King Urges 'Lasting' Gaza Ceasefire In Talks With Biden

Jordan's King Abdullah II appealed for a full ceasefire to end the war in Gaza after talks with Joe Biden, striking a discordant note with the US president who is seeking a shorter six-week pause to allow Israel time to defeat Hamas.

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