His Majesty King Abdullah on Tuesday arrived in London where he held talks with Prime Minister Tony Blair, reiterating that the international community should help the Palestinians and Israelis resume peace talks.

At a 10 Downing Street meeting, the King warned of more escalation and tension if the world does not revive peace between both sides of the conflict.

King Abdullah told Blair that the EU should continue its support for the PA and the Palestinians.

He and the prime minister reiterated that the peace process should resume in line with the roadmap, agreeing that the two-state solution is the only acceptable peaceful way for the conflict.

On Iraq, meanwhile, the two leaders said the coming Iraqi government should represent the various spectra to help restore stability and security and secure a better future.

The King and Blair also discussed the global war on terrorism.

On bilateral ties, the two sides discussed means to boost cooperation, particularly in economic fields.

The King arrived in London en route to the US, where he will hold talks with President George W. Bush and senior administration officials on Middle East issues.

The Jordan Times