King Abdullah II, Rubio Discuss Regional De-escalation and Arab States’ Security
Amman, The Gulf Observer: King Abdullah II of Jordan held a telephone conversation with United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday, discussing efforts to de-escalate tensions in the region and promote regional stability.
During the call, King Abdullah stressed the need to reach a comprehensive ceasefire agreement that guarantees the security and sovereignty of Arab states. He underscored the pivotal role of the United States in supporting international efforts aimed at achieving stability and reducing tensions across the region.
The King also highlighted the outcomes of the recent Aqaba Process meetings held in France, which focused on mobilizing international support for the Lebanese Armed Forces and strengthening their capabilities to help maintain Lebanon’s security and stability.
King Abdullah warned of the consequences of Israel’s escalation in southern Syria, reaffirming Jordan’s support for Syria’s efforts to strengthen its security and stability and preserve its territorial sovereignty.
The discussions also covered ways to further strengthen the strategic partnership between Jordan and the United States across various fields.
