King Abdullah II

Jordan demands: World must protect Arab rights in Jerusalem

'International community has obligation to protect Palestinian rights in Jerusalem and fund UNRWA', says Jordan's King Abdullah.

Watch: Jordan's King Abdullah unleashed

Jordanian army released video showing King Abdullah taking part in training exercise with infantry troops.

Jordan: Judaizing Jerusalem will bring violence and extremism

Jordanian, Saudi kings reiterate 'Palestinian right' to establish Jerusalem as capital of future 'Palestinian' state.

Trump tells Jordanian King US embassy to be moved

US president tells King Abdullah that US embassy in Israel is to be relocated to Jerusalem.

Jordanian King: Embassy move must come with Palestinian state

Speaking to US lawmakers, King Abdullah claims immediate move 'would have implications on the Arab scene and threaten two-state solution.'

The Saudis invented Islamist terror, will they destroy it?

Jordan's King backs Fatah-Hamas deal

Jordan's King Abdullah II says Fatah-Hamas reconciliation will help in pushing forward Israel-PA peace talks.

Will Jordan waive demand to place Israeli guard on trial?

Jordanian media claims King Abdullah prepared to waive demand that Israeli security guard who shot two after being stabbed be indicted.

Jordan and Turkey call for 'serious and effective' peace talks

Jordan's King Abdullah II and Turkish President Erdogan meet, call for "serious and effective" Israel-PA peace talks.

Jordan and PA want clear U.S. position on Palestinian state

Following meeting between Jordan's King and PA chairman, the sides call on Washington to clarify its position on a two-state solution.

Jordan's King calls on U.S. to support 'Palestinian issue'

King Abdullah II says there will be no breakthrough in the peace process if U.S. doesn't support a solution to the “Palestinian issue”.

Jordan prepares diplomatic onslaught against Israel

Jordan is reportedly readying a diplomatic assault against Israel due to rage over Israeli embassy incident.

Jordan's King to visit Ramallah

King Abdullah to make rare official visit to Ramallah, meet Abbas.

Jordanian King donates $1.4 million to Waqf

King Abdullah announces large donation to Jordanian trust responsible for unrest over Temple Mount.

King Abdullah furious with Netanyahu

Jordanian monarch demands Israel prosecute stabbing attack victim, despite hearing results of Israeli investigation.

Jordanian King, Abbas discuss Al-Aqsa

Jordan's King Abdullah II speaks with PA chairman, stresses the importance of calming tensions.

Security guard returned to Israel

Security guard injured in stabbing attack near embassy allowed to return home after agreement between Netanyahu and Abdullah.

Trump called Netanyahu - but neither discussed Russia

Israeli official says 20-minute call was not about intelligence leaks to Russia.

PA chairman, Jordanian king meet ahead of Trump visit

Mahmoud Abbas, King Abdullah say 'only solution' is two-state solution, slam 'unilateral measures' in Jerusalem.

'If we can solve the Palestinian problem, we'll have stability'

Jordan's King Abdullah says Trump wants to make a deal for Israelis and Arabs together, Putin has a major challenge with terrorism.

Trump: I'm working hard to achieve peace

President Trump reiterates commitment to achieving peace agreement between Israel and the PA.

Jordanian King to meet Trump

Jordan's King Abdullah to visit White House next week amid efforts to restart Israel-PA talks.

Jordan's King: Two-state solution the only way

Jordan's King Abdullah says at Arab Summit that peace can't be attained East without Palestinian state.

Trump envoy meets Jordanian King

Jason Greenblatt meets King Abdullah II, stresses the importance of Jordan's role in the peace process.

Egypt and Jordan: 'No concessions' on Palestinian state

Egypt's President and Jordanian King reiterate their support for a two-state solution.

Revealed: Kerry offered Netanyahu regional peace plan

Haaretz reveals Netanyahu took part in a secret summit in Jordan in 2017, where Kerry presented plan for regional peace initiative.

Jordan's King warns Trump against embassy move

Jordan's King Abdullah warns Trump that relocating the American embassy to Jerusalem could threaten the two-state solution.

'King Abdullah had no right to give away land'

Rabbi of Kiryat Shmona: The presumed need to destroy Amona was based on a false premise from the beginning.

Haredi paper accuses Temple Mt visitors of "endangering us all"

Accusing visitors of "endangering us all," Yated Ne'eman viciously attacks haredim who visit the site of the Jewish temple as fake haredim.

MK Glick: The media distorts the facts

MK Yehuda Glick attacks the media coverage of events at the Temple Mount yesterday and has a few words for Abdullah, King of Jordan.

King of Jordan: Jews taking over Al Aqsa mosque

After 400 Jews visited their holiest site yesterday and were targeted by violent Muslim mob, King Abdullah plays the aggrieved party.

Jordanian king vows 'iron fist' response to Syria border attack

Jordan's King Abdulllah vows to respond forcefully to suspected ISIS attack which killed six security forces personnel Tuesday.

Jordan's King dissolves parliament

Jordan's King Abdullah appoints veteran politician Hani Mulqi as caretaker prime minister, instructs him to organize new elections.

Jordanian King to refurbish Jesus' Tomb in Jerusalem

Divided among themselves and persecuted by Muslims, churches succeed in obtaining Islamic help.

Did Netanyahu sign away remaining Jewish rights on Temple Mount?

Netanyahu, Jordan's King Abdullah made an agreement in 2014 to reduce Jewish visitors to Judaism's holiest site.

Obama: It's important to give hope to Israelis and Palestinians

President Obama, meeting Jordan's King, calls for a solution to the decades old Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Ya'alon and Jordan's King Abdullah meet in Munich

Defense Minister meets Jordanian King, discusses regional developments and the peace process with the Palestinians.

Jordan: Only we can access Temple Mount cameras

Minister Ariel demands Netanyahu cancel move, after Abdullah says only Jordan can view footage, will choose what to share with Israel.

Jordan's king welcomes announcement on Temple Mount 'status quo'

Jordan’s King Abdullah II says Netanyahu statement on Temple Mount will help end violence.

Kerry claims Netanyahu agreed to Waqf demands on Temple Mount

John Kerry says Israel will allow Muslim authorities to install cameras on Temple Mount, and will ensure Jews can't pray.

Canadian Jewish Group Meets with Jordan's King Abdullah

Amman encouraged main Jewish caucus CIJA to advocate for a Palestinian state; Syrian refugee program with Canada in the works.

Report: Jordan's King Refusing to Answer Netanyahu's Calls

As Temple Mount tensions continue, Jordan refuses to speak to Israel, instead threatening to dissolve 1994 peace treaty.

Israel: Jordan a 'Major Contributor' to Temple Mount Tension

Israel on Monday accused Jordan of exacerbating tensions on the Temple Mount, with inciteful statements and actions.

Abdullah Warns Israel over Temple Mount

'Any more provocations in Jerusalem will affect the relationship between Jordan and Israel,' says king, 'Jordan will have to take action.'

Kerry and Abbas to Meet in Egypt

Secretary of State to meet PA chairman and Jordan's King to discuss the PA's economic crisis.

Jordan's Abdullah Blames Stalled Peace Talks for ISIS

Israeli 'injustices' on 'Palestinian rights' is a 'rallying cry' says Abdullah, although ISIS in Israel primarily fighting Hamas and PA.

Netanyahu Calls Jordan's Abdullah After Ambassador Returned

Netanyahu sends condolences over pilot burned to death by ISIS and notes 'importance' of envoy returning to Israel after Temple Mount rift.

Reports: Jordan In, UAE Out of anti-ISIS Coalition

Jordan is likely to join the US-led coalition fighting ISIS, a source told Arab media Thursday.

Liberman Praises Jordanian King for Executing ISIS Terrorists

Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman on Wednesday praised Jordan's King Abdullah for executing two terrorists in 'revenge' against ISIS.

Jordan's King Slams 'Cowardly' ISIS After Pilot Executed

Jordan's King Abdullah says ISIS is a "criminal, stray gang that has nothing to do with our true religion".

Saudi Paper Claims Women's Rights 'Reform' under Dead King

New King Salman to continue Abdullah's 'gradual reform,' claims monarchy paper - despite having among the worst records in Middle East.

Obama and Jordan's King 'Concerned' Over Israel-PA Tensions

President Obama meets King Abdullah II, says they are both “concerned” about the tensions between Israelis and Palestinians.

Losing Legitimacy, Jordan Champions 'Al Aqsa'

Experts say Jordanian King Abdullah's sudden passion for the Temple Mount has more to do with his country's internal politics than religion.

Kerry Visits Jordan Amid Mounting Regional Tensions

US Secretary of State to meet with King Abdullah to discuss Jerusalem and regional issues. Meeting follows new Turkish criticism of Israel.

Jordan Withdraws from 20 Year Anniversary of Israel Peace Accord

Citing Temple Mount tensions, Jordan's king orders officials not to attend 20th anniversary ceremony for peace treaty in Jordan Valley.

Netanyahu Promises Abdullah: No Jewish Prayer on Temple Mount

After Jordan pulls ambassador, Netanyahu calls Jordan's king and vows to keep discriminatory 'status quo' on Temple Mount.

Netanyahu Holds Secret Meeting with Abdullah over Temple Mount

Kuwaiti paper says PM met Jordanian king and told him he may block Jews from entering Temple Mount.

Jordan's King Vows to Fight Any Change to Jerusalem 'Status Quo'

King Abdullah vows to 'confront' Israel over any attempts to increase Jewish prayer rights at holy sites as Temple Mount storm continues.

Jordan Pressing Israel not to Allow Jewish Temple Mount Prayer

Jordanian ambassador to 'Palestine' reveals diplomatic war against new prayer bill, and vast financial network to Arabize Jerusalem.

Jordan Blames Israel for Deaths in Gaza Operation

King Abdullah II condemns Israel for 'aggression' in self-defense operation, calls for implementation of two-state solution.