Netanyahu holds talks in Jordan

Jordanian Crown Prince Hassan has asserted that his country is committed to backing the Middle East peace process until comprehensive peace is achieved on the Syrian and Lebanese tracks.

In a joint press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who visited Amman on Wednesday, the Jordanian crown prince said, "To be just, peace should be comprehensive and for the benefit of all." He added that Jordan will be beside the Palestinians until they restore their rights to the Palestinian territories.

Meanwhile, Israeli Foreign Minister Ariel Sharon praised the talks held by Netanyahu on Wednesday in Amman with Crown Prince Hassan. Sharon, who accompanied Netanyahu in his visit to Jordan, said in statements to reporters that he will work to consolidate relations with Jordan.