Jordan tells its ambassador to leave Israel over war in Gaza

Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi said the decision was also taken because Israel was depriving Palestinians of food, water and medicines following a devastating assault by Hamas on Israel on Oct 7.

Jordanians gather during a protest in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, near the Israeli embassy in Amman, Jordan October 7, 2023.

Jordanians gather during a protest in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, near the Israeli embassy in Amman, Jordan October 7, 2023.

(photo credit: REUTERS/JEHAD SHELBAK)

ByREUTERS

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 16:28

Updated: NOVEMBER 1, 2023 17:51