[Dale 1]

This article doesn’t give a lot of insight into the actual deal, but if Jordan suddenly starts accepting Palestinians into Jordan, It might have been worth it. And, Oh by the way, Jordan is still a potential swing-vote with regards to the Iraq problem.

[Straight Vermonter]

if Jordan suddenly starts accepting Palestinians into Jordan

Jordan is populated primarily by Palestinians.

[eccl1212]

Despite the harsh rhetoric.. Jordan has been a close trading partner... with Israel... They are standing with us. Have on occasion found terrorists in action, and turned them over to IDF... heh heh.. shrewd move here.

[Vigilanteman]

Almost 2/3rds of Jordan's population are ethnic Palestinians. The king's strong American ties are the only thing that keeps them in check, and him on the throne.