Abdullah and Hamzah are each sons of the late King Hussein, who stays a beloved determine twenty years after his dying. Upon ascending to the throne in 1999, Abdullah named Hamzah as crown prince, solely to revoke the title 5 years later. Whereas the 2 are mentioned to have usually good relations, Hamzah has at instances spoken out towards authorities insurance policies, and extra not too long ago had cast ties with highly effective tribal leaders in a transfer seen as a menace to the king.