Jordan’s Royal Family Looks Glamorous as They Celebrate Their Country’s 80th Independence Day

On Monday, the Jordanian royal family celebrated the 80th anniversary of Jordan’s independence. The country gained independence on May 25, 1946; the day marked the end of British rule over the territory and the start of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.

To commemorate the historic day, King Abdullah II and Queen Rania were joined by three of their children, Crown Prince Hussein, Princess Salma, and Prince Hashem, and their daughter-in-law, Crown Princess Rajwa. Only Princess Iman missed the festivities.

“I speak to you from this land, a land that has never forsaken its people, on the anniversary of our nation’s independence—a moment in time that endures in our hearts; a pledge and a covenant that we defend with honor and integrity,” King Abdullah said in his remarks yesterday. “Eighty years on and the conviction holds strong in an honorable and resilient people, unfaltering in their principles.”

Here, see the best photos from the Independence Day celebrations:

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King Abdullah and Queen Rania pose for a portrait.

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The Jordanian queen wore a blue gown with embroidery that echoes the Jordanian flag.

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The King and Queen arriving; Prince Hussein and Princess Rajwa are right behind them.

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Princess Rajwa wore a gown by Jordanian designer Reema Dahbour.

On Rajwa’s cuffs is the Arabic phrase “نبت السيوف… وحد سيفك ما نبا” which translates “The swords faltered… yet yours alone never failed,” a line from the song “Jordan, Land of Determination” by Fairuz.

“Words that hold the strength of a nation, the steadfastness of its roots, and the pride we carry in our hearts. Alongside these words, the Black Iris crowned in gold stood as one of the main pillars of this design, carrying a story of dignity, resilience, and the beauty of our country,” Dahbour posted on Instagram.

She also carried a Bottega Veneta clutch.

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Princess Salma, meanwhile, opted for a red and black striped gown.

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She carried a matching striped red clutch.

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Prince Hashem kept it simple in a suit.

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The royals during the 80th Independence Day ceremony at Al Husseiniya Palace. Princess Muna Al Hussein, Abdullah’s mother, is in purple.

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Queen Rania speaks with her eldest son and daughter-in-law.

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Another view of Princess Salma’s dress. Her sister, Princess Iman, was not there.

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From left to right, Queen Rania, Prince Hussein, Princess Rajwa, Prince Hashem, and Princess Salma.

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Queen Rania looked glamorous throughout the evening.

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