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Abdullah II and Rania of Jordan at Sandhurst Dinner

  March 26, 2017 at 10:45 pm by

Proud parents King Abdullah II and Queen Rania of Jordan have attended recently a dinner company hosted by the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst where their eldest so, Crown Prince Hussein, is currently recieving his military education. In a photo shared by Queen Rania, the couple posed proudly with their son in his Sandhurst military dress uniform. They both commented later on Twitter, expressing their pride and happiness, as did the young Prince on Instagram, … Continue reading →

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Jordan’s King Abdullah II Joins Twitter

  March 26, 2017 at 5:38 pm by

King Abdullah II of Jordan has launched on Sunday his official Twitter account. In his first tweet under the username @kingabdullahii, His Majesty expressed his happiness to join the famous digital platform and said: “This is Abdullah bin AlHussein, a father and a proud Jordanian. Pleased to be with you on Twitter.” The first to follow and welcome King Abdallah II was his wife, Queen Rania, who preceded him in joining social … Continue reading →

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Flashback Friday: King Abdullah II As A Toddler

  March 24, 2017 at 8:00 am by

March 24, 1964: Photographs show a two-year-old Prince Abdullah of Jordan (later King Abdullah II) at his home in Amman, reading a picture book and posing with his mother, Princess Muna, and younger brother, Prince Faisal.

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King Abdullah Meets With British Prime Minister

  March 1, 2017 at 5:24 am by

The King of Jordan had a meeting with Britain’s Prime Minister Theresa May at 10 Downing Street on Wednesday March 1. Both expressed the desire for the relationship between Jordan and the UK to continue to grow in the years to come, as there is a “long tradition of working together” according to Prime Minister May. King Abdullah also met with members of the Houses of Lords and Commons, with whom … Continue reading →

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Queen Rania Offers Valentine’s Wishes On Instagram

  February 14, 2017 at 10:56 pm by

The Queen of Jordan has wished her 2.8million Instagram followers a Happy Valentine’s Day, posting a photograph of herself and her husband King Abdullah with a cake topped with red roses. “May your hearts and homes always be filled with love and peace,” Queen Rania captioned the photograph.

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King Abdullah The First Monarch To Meet With President Trump

  February 3, 2017 at 10:35 am by

The King of Jordan has been in Washington, D.C. this week, meeting with various Congress members, officials and organisations. On his last day in the US, the King had a brief meeting with the new US President, Donald Trump, at the National Prayer Breakfast at the Hilton International. He is the first monarch, and Arab leader, to meet President Trump. King Abdullah and President Trump discussed the relationship between Jordan and … Continue reading →

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King Abdullah II & His Son Hashem Celebrate Birthdays

  January 30, 2017 at 7:28 am by

Jordan’s King Abdullah II and his youngest child, Prince Hashem, celebrate their birthdays on January 30. The king turns fifty-five while his son turns twelve years old. Queen Rania published a sweet photo for both her husband and son and commented wishing her two loves ‘Happy Birthday’. So did King Abdullah and Queen Rania’s elder son, Crown Prince Hussein, who shared two photos of him with his father and brother on Instagram. King Abdullah II … Continue reading →

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King Abdullah And Queen Rania’s Last Day In Australia

  November 25, 2016 at 11:50 pm by

On day 3 of Their Majesties visit to Australia, there were a few events which they attended. The first event of the day was King Abdullah attending a military exercise which was carried out by the Australian Army. Meanwhile, Queen Rania visited the Fort Street Public School. During the schools visit, Queen Rania met with students and teachers. She also toured the school and attended their assembly. Their Majesties then … Continue reading →

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King Abdullah and Queen Rania’s Visit To Australia, Day 2

  November 24, 2016 at 10:30 am by

On the start of day two of their state visit to Australia, Their Majesties King Abdullah and Queen Rania visited the National Arboretum of Australia. As they arrived, they were greeted by waiting school children who they took the time to talk to and shake hands. During the visit, the Jordanian Royals were briefed about the National Arboretum, plated a tree and signed a guestbook. Later that day, Their Majesties were seen … Continue reading →

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King Abdullah And Queen Rania Start State Visit To Australia

  November 23, 2016 at 12:47 pm by

Their Majesties King Abdullah II and Queen Rania Al Abdullah have started today their visit to Australia. First stop is Canberra where they first visited the the Australian War Memorial. They walked along the wall of poppies, place poppies at the Roll of Honor, and signed they both signed the guestbook. They also toured the our the First World War gallery. An official welcome ceremony took place at the Government … Continue reading →

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King Philippe Visits Belgian Troops In Jordan Alongside King Abdullah

  November 16, 2016 at 12:57 pm by

His Majesty King Philippe paid a surprise visit to the Belgian troops in Jordan yesterday. The King, who arrived in Jordan on Monday evening, was welcomed by His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan in his private residence where, after a meeting, took place a private dinner. Yesterday, Tuesday November 15, the King, accompanied by King Abdullah, visited the Muwaffaq Salti Air Base situated in Azraq, a town in central-eastern … Continue reading →

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Save The Date, Two Upcoming State Visits Not To Miss This November

  November 16, 2016 at 12:43 pm by

Two state visits this November is taking place so save the date. Starting November 23, Their Majesties King Abdullah II and Queen Rania Al Abdullah will visit Australia and New Zealand. The visit starts with their Majesties visiting Australia. Duration of the visit was not given at this time. For more on the state visit to Australia and New Zealand, visit the State visit to Australia, official visit to New Zealand: … Continue reading →

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King Abdullah and Queen Rania Visit Tomb of the Late King Hussein

  November 14, 2016 at 3:40 pm by

To mark the anniversary of his birth in 1935, King Abdullah and Queen Rania have today visited the tomb of the late King Hussein bin Talal, the current King’s father. The couple said a prayer over the late King’s tomb, following an inspection of a military guard of honour by King Abdullah. King Hussein died in February 1999. Their Majesties King Abdullah II and @QueenRania visit the tomb of the … Continue reading →

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King Abdullah II Addresses Parliament

  November 7, 2016 at 12:11 pm by

His Majesty King Abdullah II opened the 1st Ordinary Session of the 18th Parliament session in Amman, Jordan. Upon arrival at the Parliament, His Majesty reviewed the guard of honor then the national anthem was played. An artillery unit fired a 21-gun salute welcoming the King. Embed from Getty Images During the opening, His Majesty gave a speech infant of the newly elected members and members of the Jordanian royal … Continue reading →

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King Abdullah and Princess Haya Inaugurate New Military Hospital in Ajloun

  October 20, 2016 at 6:48 pm by

The King of Jordan was today joined by his younger half-sister Princess Haya bint Al Hussein for the official opening of a new military hospital in Ajloun, a town in the north of Jordan, which has been named after the Princess. King Abdullah and Princess Haya were given a tour of the new hospital, which has 150 beds and 11 operation rooms that will allow the Royal Medical Services to provide … Continue reading →

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Jordan’s King Awarded German Peace Prize

  October 8, 2016 at 12:00 pm by

King Abdullah II of Jordan has been awarded the Westphalian Peace Prize 2016 in the German town of Muenster. Jordan’s King was awarded the historic award for his continues support to peace in the Middle East and the support of his country on the migrant policies. At the ceremony, German President Joachim Gauck said about King Abdullah II , “You and your people have set the standard for humanitarianism and humanity.” … Continue reading →

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A Busy Day for King Abdullah II & Queen Rania of Jordan

  August 30, 2016 at 2:53 pm by

Accompanied by his wife Queen Rania, King Abdullah II of Jordan started his busy schedule this Monday by recieving a group of Jordanian students, who obtained the highest scores in the General Secondary Certificate Exam (tawjihi). During the reception, which took place at the Royal Offices in Al Husseiniyeh Palace, the King and Queen proudly discussed and praised the students for their great academic progress and achievements. Following the Tawjihi … Continue reading →

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Jordanian Royals Celebrate Their Country’s First Ever Olympic Medal

  August 19, 2016 at 5:42 pm by

Although they were not present in Rio, Jordan’s King Abdullah II and Queen Rania were delighted in sharing their nation’s joy on winning their first ever Olympic medal yesterday. King Abdullah II and his son Crown Prince Hussein were among the first to phone and congratulate the Jordanian athlete Ahmad Abughaush, 20, who made history when he won gold in the taekwondo -68kg event beating Russia’s Alexey Dinisenko 10-6. They both expressed their pride and happiness on … Continue reading →

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King Abdullah & Queen Rania Attend Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

  August 7, 2016 at 7:03 pm by

Accompanied by his wife Queen Rania and as the guest of honour, King Abdullah II of Jordan attended on Sunday the 2016 Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo which took place at the UK’s historic Edinburgh Castle in Scotland. During the event the couple watched a number of tattoos performed by military bands from different part of the world including the Jordanian bands: the Royal Jordanian Honora Guard – Silent Drill Team, the Jordanian … Continue reading →

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King Abdullah Meets with King Salman in Morocco

  August 3, 2016 at 2:45 pm by

Jordan’s King Abdullah II departed on a working visit to both Morocco and Scotland today, and he has met with the King of Saudi Arabia during his stop in Tangier. The two leaders spoke of bilateral relations and the most recent developments in the Middle East. Afterwards, King Salman hosted a lunch in honour of his guest. King Abdullah will now head to Scotland, where he will be a special guest at … Continue reading →

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