US and Jordan walk tightrope over Gaza relocation proposal DW 02/12/2025
Briefly

During a critical meeting at the White House, King Abdullah II of Jordan and President Trump managed to maintain diplomatic relations amidst potential tensions. King Abdullah proposed to allow 2,000 sick Palestinian children into Jordan, viewed as a goodwill gesture. Trump, in turn, softened his prior threats regarding US aid to Jordan, emphasizing a partnership approach. The meeting also highlighted the complex dynamics surrounding Trump's controversial plans for Palestinian resettlement, which face legal and ethical scrutiny, especially regarding international law and allegations of ethnic cleansing.
Last week, Trump proposed that the US would take over the Gaza Strip and rebuild it into a 'Riviera of the Middle East.'
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