LONDON, June 6 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news:
The Prime Minister hosted His Majesty the King ofJordanAbdullah II at Downing Street this afternoon.
The leaders discussed the gravity of the intolerable situation in Gaza, and the concerning developments in the West Bank.
The Prime Minister reiteratedthat if Israel did not cease the renewed military offensive andlift its restrictions onhumanitarian aid, the UK and its partners would take further concrete actions in response.
It was vital a sustainable ceasefire and the release of all hostages was secured, and humanitarian aid was delivered at speed and volume, the Prime Minister added.
Both leaders agreed on the importance of the Palestinian Authority's reform agendaas part of the path to a two-state solution and lasting peace and security for both Israelis and Palestinians.
The leaders also discussed the wider bilateral relationship between the UK andJordan, and the opportunity to deepen business and investment links between the two countries.
Both looked forward to speaking again soon.
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