Jordan's King Abdullah II met with a delegation from the United States Congress to discuss the ongoing partnership between Jordan and the United States, focusing on peace and stability in the Middle East. During the talks, King Abdullah emphasized the urgent need for a ceasefire in Gaza and the importance of ensuring humanitarian aid reaches all areas of the enclave. He reiterated Jordan's opposition to Israel's plans to consolidate its occupation of Gaza and increase settlement activity in the West Bank, and stressed the need to support Palestinians in their pursuit of an independent state. The king also voiced support for Syria's efforts to maintain its security and territorial integrity. Separately, Jordan's foreign minister met with the delegation to further review regional developments.