Tensions Between Jordan's King and Half-brother Reportedly Cooled
Voice of America
Tensions appear to have been lowered between Jordan's King Abdullah II and his half-brother, Prince Hamzah, days after the prince was accused of involvement in an attempt to destabilize the kingdom.
The assessment came after a meeting Monday between Abdullah's paternal uncle, Hassan, and Hamzah. Also in attendance for the mediation, which took place at Hassan's home at the Royal Hashemite Court, was Hamzah's brother, Hashem, and three of their cousins. Hamzah later issued a signed statement. "In light of the developments of the past two days, I put myself at the disposal of His Majesty the King," the prince said, adding he would remain loyal to the king and to Jordan's constitution.Journalists lay down their equipment as they protest the latest draft revision of the broadcasting law, which they consider a threat to press freedom, in Banda Aceh, Indonesia, on May 27, 2024. Journalists protest the latest draft revision of the broadcasting law, which they consider a threat to press freedom, in Banda Aceh, Indonesia, on May 27, 2024.
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