Pence talks with King of Jordan

washington - US Vice President Mike Pence on Monday with Jordanian King Abdullah consulted on a range of subjects. The discussions included stepping up the fight against Islamic State and the crisis in Syria.

In addition, according to the White House talked about efforts to reach an agreement between Israelis and Palestinians.

Abdullah is the first Arab leader to have a meeting with someone from the government Trump. He also brought the controversial relocation of the US embassy in Israel to Jerusalem mentioned. About Trump entry ban for refugees and travelers from seven predominantly Muslim nations was not brought out.

Spokesman Sean Spicer said in the daily press briefing that President Abdullah Trump probably will greet Thursday at a prayer service in Washington.