Antony Blinken, the US Secretary of State, embarked on his fourth visit to the Middle East since October 7. During this visit, he met with Jordan's King Abdullah II and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi. Blinken also toured a World Food Program warehouse in Amman, emphasizing the urgent need to contain the conflict between Israel and the Hamas group in Gaza.
His main objectives include urging Israel to adjust military operations to minimize civilian casualties, increasing humanitarian aid to Gaza, and formulating detailed postwar plans for the territory. The conflict erupted on October 7 when Hamas launched an offensive, leading to Israeli retaliation. Blinken seeks support from Jordan and other Arab states to prevent the war from spreading across the region.
During the visit, Blinken advocated for enhanced aid deliveries to Gaza and discussed preparations for the eventual conclusion of hostilities. He addressed concerns from Jordan and other Arab states, critical of Israel's actions, emphasizing the necessity for long-term planning once the fighting subsides. The US has been pushing Israel to allow more food, water, and essential supplies into Gaza, with Blinken visiting a World Food Program warehouse in Jordan dedicated to aid delivery to Gaza.
Unlocking Peace: Blinken's Urgent Mission in the Middle East to Contain Conflict and Boost Aid
Despite some progress, the rate of aid trucks entering Gaza remains below the levels needed, impacting the 2.3 million population, with a quarter facing starvation and the rest experiencing crisis-level hunger. Blinken's visit comes amid heightened tensions in the region, including developments in Lebanon, northern Israel, the Red Sea, and Iraq, putting strain on US efforts to prevent a broader regional conflict. Following his visit to Jordan, Blinken is scheduled to travel to Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Israel, the West Bank, and Egypt.
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