A No10 spokesperson said:
“The Prime Minister met with His Majesty King Abdullah II of
Jordan at the COP28 summit in Dubai.
“The Prime Minister recognised the vital role Jordan has played
addressing the crisis in Gaza and the generosity they have shown
in providing significant humanitarian support to Palestinian
civilians, including the provision of military field hospitals.
“He reassured King Abdullah that the UK continues to press Israel
on the need to adhere to International Humanitarian Law and
contain settler violence in the West Bank.
“The Prime Minister reiterated the UK’s commitment to working
towards a lasting resolution to the conflict which delivers
dignity, peace and security for both Israelis and Palestinians.
“The leaders also confirmed the continued importance of close
UK-Jordan cooperation, including on trade, defence and clean
technology.”
ENDS
QATAR
A No10 spokesperson said:
“The Prime Minister met with His Highness Amir Sheikh Tamim bin
Hamad Al Thani of Qatar at the COP28 summit in Dubai.
“He thanked His Highness the Amir for the important role of Qatar
in facilitating the humanitarian pause in Gaza, which seen the
release of dozens of hostages and the vital passage of further
aid.
“The leaders deeply regretted the collapse of the pause and
reiterated the importance of ongoing efforts to secure the
release of all hostages and ensure humanitarian assistance
reaches those in need in Gaza.
“Longer term, the Prime Minister said we must work towards
two-state solution which guarantees the security and prosperity
of both Israelis and Palestinians.
“The Prime Minister reiterated that Hamas had demonstrated that
it could not be a partner for peace and could have no future in
Gaza.”
