Brussels – His Majesty King Abdullah, during a meeting with European Parliament President Roberta Metsola on Tuesday, warned of the catastrophic long-term repercussions of the ongoing war on Gaza, noting the extensive destruction and worsening humanitarian crisis it has caused. The meeting, which was also attended by His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II, saw King Abdullah urging the international community to apply pressure on Israel to cease its military actions in Gaza and ensure the uninterrupted delivery of humanitarian aid.
According to Jordan News Agency, His Majesty expressed concern over the escalating situation in the West Bank and the rising settler violence against Palestinians, cautioning that this could lead to a severe escalation of tensions.
King Abdullah highlighted the extremist rhetoric of the Israeli leadership as a reflection of the violations and provocations in the West Bank. He called for international efforts to curb these violations, as they exacerbate the conflict. Emphasizing Jordan’s stance, His Majesty reiterated the country’s rejection of Israeli measures and continuous violations in Jerusalem, particularly the restrictions on Muslim worship at Al Aqsa Mosque/Al Haram Al Sharif. He stressed that a military or security solution will not resolve the Palestinian cause, advocating for a just and comprehensive peace based on the two-state solution as the only viable path to regional stability. The meeting was also attended by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi, Director of the Office of His Majesty Jafar Hassan, and Jordan’s Ambassador in Belgium Saja Majali.