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Abdullah II
Abdullah II ( 1962 – )King of Jordan ( 1999 – ). The eldest son of King Hussein by his second wife, Abdullah was named as heir in place of his uncle ( Prince Hassan ) in the last days of his father's life. He continued his father's policies, including cautious engagement with Israel.
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