His Majesty King Abdullah on Wednesday said he was deeply concerned over the increase in Iraq's violence in the past few weeks and warned against attempts to fuel internal fighting.

The King told Iraqi Vice President Tariq Hashemi at a meeting that Jordan was willing to offer an array of support for Iraqis to overcome their current ordeal.

“Achieving security and stability in Iraq is in the best interest of Jordan,” King Abdullah said, urging Iraqis to stand united and avoid sectarian rifts.

Hashemi, the country's top Sunni official, briefed King Abdullah on the volatile situation in Iraq and discussed means to enhance bilateral relations.

The Jordan Times