Amman: His Majesty King Abdullah II received a phone call from United Kingdom Prime Minister Andy Burnham on Saturday, during which they discussed the deep-rooted ties between Jordan and the UK, as well as the latest regional developments.
According to Jordan News Agency, His Majesty congratulated the prime minister on his appointment, voicing hope to use the momentum of the recent UK visit to deepen partnerships between the two countries across various fields. Speaking about current regional developments, the King called for stepping up international efforts to restore stability in the region, affirming that Jordan will continue to take all necessary measures to safeguard its security, sovereignty, and the safety of its citizens. His Majesty also underscored the need to end Israel's dangerous escalations against Palestinians in the West Bank and Jerusalem.