LONDON: Queen Rania of Jordan on Wednesday evening hosted an iftar banquet at Al-Husseiniya Palace in Amman for women serving in the country’s armed forces and security services.
She conveyed King Abdullah II’s greetings to the guests and praised them as “an example of dedication and service to the nation,” the Petra agency reported.
“Your stances, whether inside or outside Jordan, make us proud,” she said.
The queen said a unique bond between citizens and the military had developed over the years.
“It’s a natural relationship based on trust, love and respect for the military’s motto. Most of our homes have either a military person or someone related to the army or security,” she said.
The queen spoke directly to several of the guests about their lives and families.
“May God protect you as a source of strength for the nation and support for your colleagues in serving this country,” she said.
