Jordan, already home to over 2 million Palestinians, has strongly rejected Trump’s proposal to relocate more refugees from Gaza, with Jordan’s Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi calling the idea “firm and unwavering” in its opposition. Egypt, too, has raised security concerns over the potential influx of refugees.

The Jordanian king refused to answer questions about receiving Gazan Palestinians on his territory, and hid behind upcoming proposals from Egypt. The aim was not to upset Donald Trump, who said he was '99%' certain he would reach an agreement with Cairo.

During a White House meeting with Jordan’s King Abdullah II, President Donald Trump reiterated his proposal for the U.S. to take control of Gaza.