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Special Jordan reclaims lands lost 69 years ago

Jordan reclaims lands lost 69 years ago

  • Al-Baqoura lands that Israel had taken on lease in 1950 are farming areas with rich aquifer supplies
  • King Abdullah II said Jordan would end the annex of the two areas, Ghumar and Al-Baqoura
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