King Abdullah II's wife was born in Kuwait to Palestinian parents
The royal, who was born in Kuwait to Palestinian parents, shared a series of heartbreaking videos and images of people suffering from the bombardment in Gaza, including clips of young girls crying and families saying goodbye to their loved ones.
In a simple statement that spoke volumes, Rania wrote: "It isn't self-defense if you are an occupying force…"Earlier this week, Rania's husband King Abdullah II met with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas.
The Jordanian king also met with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and urged the opening of medical and relief aid to Gaza.Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas meets King Abdullah II of Jordan during his official visit to Jordan this week More than 1,300 Palestinians have been killed in numerous retaliatory air strikes on Gaza by the Israeli military, while at least 1,300 Israelis have been killed during brutal attacks by terrorist group Hamas. Dozens of soldiers and civilians are also being held in Gaza as hostages.
A total blockade is being enforced in Gaza with fuel, food and water running out, but Israel has said it will not lift restrictions unless Hamas frees all hostages. It has warned civilians in northern Gaza to move south in the next day for their own safety.Following last week's horrific terrorist attack by Hamas on Israel, members of the British royal family have been sharing public statements.
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