Biden welcomes King of Jordan as framework for hostage deal is decided in Israel-Hamas conflict
President Joe Biden is hosting Jordan’s King Abdullah II in Washington Monday and the two leaders are expected to discuss the ongoing effort to free hostages held in Gaza, and growing concern over a possible Israeli military operation in the border city of Rafah.

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Biden and king of Jordan to meet amid hostage release talks in Israel-Hamas war
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