King, Dutch PM discuss humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza
His Majesty called for stepping up international efforts to stop the war on Gaza, commending the Netherlands' supportive stance in this regard, according to a Royal Court statement.
The King reiterated that Jordan will continue to coordinate with active partners to deliver emergency humanitarian aid to Gaza in all possible ways to mitigate starvation among Palestinians in the Strip.
His Majesty warned against the continued dangerous escalations in the West Bank and Jerusalem, calling for creating a political horizon that leads to just and comprehensive peace, on the basis of the two-state solution, the statement said.
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