Beirut: Jordan's King Abdullah II, during a meeting with Lebanon Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, affirmed Jordan's full support for Lebanon in safeguarding its security and maintaining its sovereignty.
According to National News Agency - Lebanon, the meeting was attended by Jordanian Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II, where His Majesty highlighted Jordan's readiness to expand cooperation with Lebanon across all fields, particularly in the economic sectors. The King emphasized the importance of maintaining coordination with Arab countries to achieve regional stability.
The discussions also covered developments in Syria. His Majesty affirmed that Syria's security and stability are a shared priority, expressing Jordan's support for Syria's efforts to preserve its stability, sovereignty, and the safety of its citizens.
Regarding regional developments, King Abdullah II called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and increased aid to alleviate the humanitarian catastrophe in the Strip. He reaffirmed Jordan's total rejection of Israeli plans to expand its control in the West Bank and the wider region.
The meeting was attended by Prime Minister Jafar Hassan and Director of the Office of His Majesty Alaa Batayneh, highlighting the significance of these discussions in promoting regional peace and cooperation.