# King Abdullah II

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UK: Approved extradition deal will see radical cleric surrendered after 20 year fight

Jordan’s parliament has approved an agreement with Britain on the extradition of suspects – including notorious radical cleric Abu Qatada who has been fighting extradition to Jordan to face terrorism charges, claiming he may be tortured there.

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Jun 12th 2013, 9:00 PM

# Syria

Assad warns of 'instability' across region if regime falls

Assad has said the fall of his regime would cause a “domino effect” that would lead to years of instability in the Middle East.

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Apr 6th 2013, 1:34 PM

# Jordan

Jordan's King welcomes constitutional changes that reduce his power

King Abdullah II is weakening the crown, creating a constitutional court and boosting the role of the parliament.

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Aug 17th 2011, 6:01 PM