In July 2021, King Abdullah II of Jordan met with President Biden, who acknowledged Jordan's pivotal role in Middle Eastern security. However, tensions arose as President Trump proposed controversial plans regarding Palestinians that could impact Jordan's significant foreign aid, leading to a precarious situation for the king. Trump's demands to accept millions of Palestinian refugees from Gaza faced rejection from both Jordan and Egypt, putting Abdullah in a difficult position given the demographic realities of his country, where many citizens are of Palestinian descent, vital for his regime's stability.
King Abdullah faces a precarious situation as he navigates U.S. demands that endanger Jordan's foreign aid and his regime's stability amid Palestinian demographics.
Biden acknowledged the challenges Jordan faces and recognized the kingdom’s strategic role in Middle Eastern security during his first meeting with King Abdullah.
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