Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with His Majesty King Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein of Jordan about the situation in the Middle East.
Prime Minister Trudeau and His Majesty King Abdullah II welcomed the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon. The leaders discussed the instability in the West Bank and the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. They agreed on the need for an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Hamas to protect civilian populations and increase the flow of humanitarian assistance. The Prime Minister underscored that Hamas must lay down its arms and release all hostages immediately, and the leaders discussed the importance of the humanitarian corridor as essential to address the urgent needs of civilians in Gaza. Prime Minister Trudeau thanked the King for his continued leadership on improving access to humanitarian assistance for Palestinians in Gaza.
The leaders highlighted the importance of promoting peace and security in the Middle East, and the Prime Minister underscored Canada’s commitment to a two-state solution, where Israelis and Palestinians can live side by side within internationally recognized borders, in peace, security, and dignity, without fear.
Prime Minister Trudeau and His Majesty King Abdullah II reaffirmed the strong partnership between Canada and Jordan and agreed to remain in close contact as the situation continues to evolve.