Ammon News - His Majesty King Abdullah II on Monday received the head of Hikma National Movement in Iraq, Ammar Al Hakim, at Al Husseiniya Palace.

During the meeting, His Majesty affirmed the deep-rooted ties between Jordan and Iraq, as well as keenness to expand cooperation and maintain coordination in areas of mutual interest, including efforts to ensure peace and stability in the region.

The meeting covered regional developments, with the King emphasising the need for an immediate halt of Israel’s attacks on Gaza, reinstating the ceasefire and resuming the flow of aid.

His Majesty warned of the dangers of the escalating situation in the West Bank, as well as violations of Muslim and Christian holy sites in Jerusalem.

Director of the Office of His Majesty Alaa Batayneh and General Intelligence Department Director Maj. Gen. Ahmad Husni attended the meeting.