King receives Iraq PM, reiterates Jordan's support for Syrians, respect for their will

AMMAN — His Majesty King Abdullah on Wednesday received Iraq Prime Minister Mohammed Al Sudani to discuss current regional developments.

Discussions covered the importance of enhancing cooperation between Jordan and Iraq in the face of regional challenges, while exerting utmost efforts to prevent chaos and the expansion of conflict in the region, a Royal Court statement said.

During the meeting, attended by HRH Crown Prince Hussein, His Majesty reiterated Jordan's support for Syrians and respect for their will, as well as the need to protect the security of Syria and its citizens.

The King stressed the need to step up international efforts to put an end to the Israeli war on Gaza and increase humanitarian and medical aid to the Strip, the statement said.

His Majesty warned of the dangers of extremist settler attacks against Palestinians in the West Bank, as well as violations of Muslim and Christian holy sites in Jerusalem.

The King also called for bolstering efforts to ensure the success of the ceasefire in Lebanon.

Discussions covered the deep-rooted ties between the two countries and peoples, and means of expanding cooperation across various fields.

Prime Minister Jafar Hassan, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi, Director of the Office of His Majesty Alaa Batayneh, and General Intelligence Department Director Maj. Gen. Ahmad Husni attended the meeting.