AMMAN, Sunday, January 7, 2024 (WAFA) – King Abdullah II of Jordan warned today against the catastrophic repercussions of the ongoing Israeli aggression on Gaza, emphasizing the urgent need to address the tragic humanitarian crisis in the region.

In a meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Sunday, King Abdullah II reiterated Jordan's strong rejection of the forced displacement of Palestinians in the West Bank and Gaza, considering it a clear violation of international law. He underscored the necessity of enabling the people of Gaza to return to their homes.

The Jordanian monarch affirmed the significance of the United States' role in pressuring for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, protecting civilians, and ensuring the sufficient and sustainable delivery of humanitarian, medical, and relief aid to the region.

Emphasizing that the region won't witness stability without a just solution to the Palestinian issue, achieving fair and comprehensive peace based on a two-state solution, King Abdullah II affirmed the Kingdom's rejection of attempts to separate Gaza and the West Bank.

King Abdullah II condemned the acts of violence by colonial settler militias against Palestinians and the repeated violations against Islamic and Christian holy sites in Jerusalem, calling for addressing these issues promptly to prevent further escalation in the region.

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