Who is King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein
His Majesty King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein, the King of Jordan, was born in Amman in 1962. He is the eldest son of the late King Hussein bin Talal and Princess Muna Al Hussein. He received his education in Jordan, the US, and the UK, attending schools such as the Islamic Educational College, Deerfield Academy, Oxford University, and Georgetown University.After receiving his military education at Britain’s Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, King Abdullah II pursued a distinguished military career, rising to major general and serving as commander of Jordan’s special forces.
As Prince Abdullah, he served as Regent several times in King Hussein’s absence. A Royal Decree was issued on January 24, 1999, naming him Crown Prince. He had previously been titled Crown Prince upon his birth on January 30, 1962, in line with Article 28 of the Constitution, and until April 1, 1965.
He assumed his constitutional powers as King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan in 1999 after his father’s passing and has devoted himself to serving Jordan and its people.
What is his relation to Prophet Muhammad?
He is a member of the Hashemite dynasty, which pious Muslims believe to be a direct descendant of the Prophet Muhammad. According to the official website of King Abdullah II, he is the 41st direct descendant of Prophet Muhammad.
(Edited by : Sudarsanan Mani)
