King Abdullah II of Jordan met United States President Donald Trump at a critical moment. With Jordan hosting more than 2 million Palestinian refugees, Trump’s plan to “own” Gaza and relocate its population puts the kingdom in a tough spot. Abdullah calls displacement a red line – but how much can he push back? Recommended…
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Jordan’s King Abdullah II has become the first Arab leader to meet Donald Trump in the White House since the United States president’s second term began on January 20. Tuesday’s sit-down with Trump, however, put Abdullah in a delicate situation. Recommended Stories list of 3 items list 1 of 3 Netanyahu threatens to resume Gaza…
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NewsFeed Trump hosts Jordan’s King Abdullah II after Gaza ‘take over’ plan President Donald Trump met Jordan’s King Abdullah II at the White House, pressing the US ally to take in Palestinians from Gaza, a request Jordan was noncommittal on. Published On 11 Feb 202511 Feb 2025
