Jordan’s King Abdullah Invited to Washington as Netanyahu Meets With Trump
Jordan’s King Abdullah II will meet with US President Donald Trump on February 11 at the White House, the Jordanian royal palace announced Sunday. The visit comes as Trump’s controversial call for the relocation of Palestinians from Gaza to Jordan and Egypt continues to face strong opposition across the region.
“King Abdullah II will meet with US President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, after His Majesty received an invitation letter from President Trump last week,” the royal palace said in a statement.
The meeting follows Trump’s suggestion that Egypt and Jordan should absorb Palestinians from Gaza, which he described as a “demolition site” after 15 months of war between Israel and Hamas. Critics have strongly condemned the proposal, with some labeling it as ethnic cleansing. Jordan’s Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi reaffirmed Amman’s opposition to any displacement of Palestinians, saying on January 26 that the country’s position remains “firm and unwavering.”
The high-profile meeting coincides with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit to Washington. Netanyahu, who left for the US on Sunday, is set to meet Trump later this week, calling their discussions “critical” for the future of Israel and the region. He stated that his talks would focus on securing a victory over Hamas, ensuring the release of Israeli hostages, and addressing what he called the Iranian “terror axis.”
Speaking before his flight, Netanyahu emphasized the significance of his visit, noting that he is the first foreign leader to meet with Trump in the White House since his return to office. “It’s a testimony to the strength of the Israeli-American alliance. It’s also a testimony to the strength of our personal friendship,” he said.
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