(MENAFN- Jordan News Agency)
Paris, June 24 (Petra) --
his majesty King Abdullah II and France President Emmanuel Macron, on Monday in Paris, discussed the ongoing dangerous developments in Gaza and the catastrophic humanitarian situation.
During a meeting at the Elysée Palace, the two leaders renewed the call on the international community to increase humanitarian aid flow to Gaza through all possible means, stressing their commitment to continue providing aid to the Strip.
According to a royal court statement, His Majesty and President
macron reaffirmed the need for an immediate ceasefire, and the protection of civilians.
The meeting, attended by Her Majesty Queen Rania Al Abdullah and Brigitte Macron, covered regional developments, with the King warning against a spillover of the conflict, which would threaten international security, and stressing that the two-state solution is the only way towards just and comprehensive peace.
His Majesty and President Macron also stressed the importance of supporting Lebanon's stability and security.
Meanwhile, the King warned of the continued targeting of relief institutions in Gaza, commending France's support for UNRWA, which has a pivotal role in providing vital services to nearly 2 million Palestinians in the Strip.
Turning to developments in the West Bank, His Majesty warned against extremist Israeli settler violence against the Palestinians, as well as unilateral measures in violation of the historical and legal status quo at Jerusalem's Islamic and Christian holy sites.
The two leaders discussed relations between Jordan and France, expressing keenness on enhancing cooperation in all fields.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi, and Jordan's Ambassador to France Lina Al Hadid attended the meeting.
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