Jordan’s King Abdullah II has met with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Berlin for high-level talks focused on the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza and broader regional stability.
The meeting, held at the Federal Chancellery, was followed by a joint press conference where both leaders emphasized the urgency of coordinated international action.
Speaking at the press conference, the Jordanian King urged the global community to take immediate and unified steps to halt the worsening famine and suffering among Gaza’s population.
He stressed that aid must not be politicized and condemned the targeting of civilians seeking food as “unconscionable.”
“The war in Gaza must end. The humanitarian catastrophe has reached unspeakable levels.
“We continue to call for an immediate and lasting ceasefire, respect for international humanitarian law, and unimpeded access for humanitarian aid throughout Gaza.”
King Abdullah II
Highlighting Jordan’s ongoing humanitarian role, he noted that the kingdom has led regional efforts to deliver aid convoys, medical support and safe passage for the wounded.
He reaffirmed Jordan’s commitment to supporting a two-state solution as the only viable path to lasting peace.
The leaders also addressed the importance of Syria’s stability. King Abdullah emphasized that sustained international support is essential to prevent renewed conflict and help Syrians rebuild a stable and prosperous nation that reflects the country’s diversity.
Germany Plans To Collaborate With Jordan To Airlift Aid Into Gaza
On his part, Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced Germany’s plans to collaborate with Jordan to airlift aid into Gaza, underscoring Berlin’s concern over the deteriorating situation in the enclave.
He said that two of the country’s aircraft could fly aid airdrop missions from Jordan to Gaza as soon as Wednesday, calling the help a small but important signal.
“This work may only make a small contribution to humanitarian aid, but it sends an important signal: We are here, we are in the region.”
Friedrich Merz
Speaking at the press conference alongside Jordan’s King Abdullah in Berlin, Merz disclosed that two A400M aircraft were on their way to Jordan at the moment, where they would refuel and then fly their aid mission at the weekend at the latest, in coordination with France and Germany.
Merz also welcomed initial steps taken by Israel to allow in aid but said that more must follow.
A diplomatic source also told a news agency that France will airdrop aid into Gaza “in coming days to meet the most essential and urgent needs of the civilian population in Gaza,” as they urged for “an immediate opening by Israel of the land crossing points.”
Spain said yesterday that it would airdrop 12 tonnes of food into Gaza this week, in what will be another rare example of a European nation joining Middle Eastern countries (like Jordan and the UAE) in sending aid into the territory by air.
Additionally, David Lammy, the UK’s foreign secretary, speaking to reporters at the UN in New York, announced that the UK and Jordan have air-dropped 20 tonnes of aid to Gaza in recent days.
“…But that will not ease the suffering that we are seeing, the malnourishment that now is widespread, and the fear of starvation that is a global concern.
“And so the United Kingdom working with partners, and you’ve seen us working with our Arab partners, but obviously working alongside France and Saudi Arabia today, we are all attempting to bring an end to this suffering.”
David Lammy
Under mounting international pressure, Israel announced a series of measures over the weekend to increase the flow of aid, including expanded humanitarian corridors and international aid drops.
UN officials say that there has so far been little change on the ground and far more is needed.
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