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Trump Urges Jordan to Accept Palestinians from Gaza
Jordan rejects Trump's proposal to accept displaced Palestinians from Gaza. King Abdullah warns of the disastrous impact on regional stability. Protests erupt in Amman.
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by News Desk
2025-02-11
Trump Urges Jordan to Accept Palestinians from Gaza

Jordan’s King Abdullah II is set to meet with United States President Donald Trump in Washington, DC, following controversial remarks by the U.S. president urging Jordan to accept Palestinians displaced from Gaza.

Trump's suggestion came during a joint press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, where he proposed the "removal" of Palestinians from the war-torn enclave. The plan has been widely condemned by Jordan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar.

Jordan Rejects "Ethnic Cleansing" Plan

The Jordanian government has made it clear that accepting another wave of displaced Palestinians is a "red line."

“Accepting another wave of Palestinians into the country remains a red line,” Dima Toukan, a scholar at the Middle East Institute, told Al Jazeera.

Financial Leverage and Geopolitical Pressure

Trump emphasized that U.S. financial aid to Jordan and Egypt could be withheld if they refuse to comply.

“If they don’t agree, I would conceivably withhold aid,” Trump stated.

Jordan, the fourth-largest recipient of U.S. foreign aid in 2023, receiving $1.72 billion, faces a difficult decision. However, analysts believe the monarchy will not compromise its political stability.

Protests and Domestic Unrest

The idea has sparked widespread protests in Amman, where Jordanians expressed outrage at the proposal. Demonstrators warned against any plan that would further destabilize Jordan and undermine the rights of Palestinians.

Geopolitical Implications

Analysts suggest that Trump's pressure may push Jordan and other regional allies toward seeking partnerships with Russia and China.

“Jordan, Egypt, and other Gulf states are probably looking to Russia and China,” Geoffrey Hughes, a regional expert, noted.

U.S. Troop Presence as a Bargaining Chip

The presence of 3,000 U.S. troops in Jordan, primarily focused on counterterrorism efforts, may provide some leverage for the Hashemite Kingdom. However, Trump's previous remarks about pulling U.S. troops from Syria and Iraq cast doubt on the significance of this factor.

As tensions rise, King Abdullah's meeting with Trump will likely be a pivotal moment in determining the future of U.S.-Jordan relations and the broader Middle East dynamic.

 
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