Meghan Markle wears high street Zara jacket as she supports recovering addicts at National Centre for Rehabilitation of Addicts in Amman, Jordan

During their two-day visit to Jordan, the Duchess of Sussex chose understated elegance over designer glamour.

Known for her love of high-end fashion, Meghan opted for a £109 grey wool-blend Zara jacket when visiting Amman’s National Centre for Rehabilitation of Addicts.

She paired it with black trousers and heels, leaving behind her usual sparkling accessories, keeping only her gold wedding band and Cartier Love bracelet.

It’s the second time Meghan has highlighted Zara during the trip.

The previous day she donned a khaki Zara t-shirt for a friendly football match with girls at the Za’atari refugee camp.

The Duchess’s pared-back wardrobe reflects her focus on the visit’s serious mission rather than red carpet appearances.

Supporting Mental Health at Jordan’s Rehabilitation Centre

Meghan and Prince Harry joined a World Health Organisation (WHO) team at the centre, writing personal notes of encouragement to patients.

Meghan’s message read: “Congratulations on your dedication to your care.

Wishing you continued healing and happiness.”

Harry’s note said: “It’s OK to not be OK. Trust each other. Congratulations on your recovery.

Now share your courage and experience.”

The facility, opened in 2001 under Jordan’s Ministry of Health, has a 40-bed capacity and offers residential and outpatient treatment, including medical withdrawal services, psychological support, and social counselling.

It has been a vital resource for recovering addicts in the region.

Visiting the World Central Kitchen and Witnessing Relief Efforts

Earlier in the day, the Sussexes visited the regional headquarters of World Central Kitchen, an organisation founded by celebrity chef Jose Andres.

The charity coordinates over a million hot meals daily across Gaza.

Harry and Meghan joined a video call with a distribution leader at one of the organisation’s field kitchens, witnessing preparations for ochre and rice meals for local families.

Wadhah Hubaishi, the response director for the Middle East and North Africa, shared the challenges of supply shortages and highlighted heartwarming stories of the people they serve, including a young child’s first experience eating a banana.

Through video calls and onsite visits, the couple saw firsthand the scale of the relief efforts and the dedication of the local teams.

Engaging with Refugees and Healthcare Initiatives

The Sussexes’ trip also focused on refugee support and healthcare.

They visited the Za’atari refugee camp for a girls’ football session, where Meghan’s penalty took bragging rights over Harry’s missed shot.

They later toured the Specialty Hospital in Amman, meeting patients including 17-year-old Jaber, who was shot in the legs. Meghan appeared visibly moved by the opportunity to see the impact of humanitarian work on children and families.

The visit is part of a broader mission to understand humanitarian needs in Jordan, where around 2.5 million Palestinians and a significant number of Syrian refugees have sought sanctuary over decades.

The couple will also meet female leaders at the Jordanian Hashemite Fund for Human Development and tour the King Hussein Cancer Centre.

Context and Timing

The Sussexes’ trip comes in the wake of multiple global and personal headlines.

Jordan continues to host waves of refugees from regional conflicts, including recent displacement due to the Israeli-Hamas conflict in Gaza.

Meanwhile, the visit occurs shortly after Harry’s uncle, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, was arrested in Norfolk on suspicion of misconduct in public office related to information shared with Jeffrey Epstein, an allegation Andrew denies.

What’s Next?

Harry and Meghan’s final day in Jordan will focus on sustainable development, female leadership, and medical outreach.

The couple is expected to continue championing mental health awareness, refugee support, and humanitarian initiatives across the Middle East, leveraging their platform to highlight global crises and promote recovery and resilience.

Summary

During a quasi-royal tour of Jordan, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle focused on mental health, refugee support, and humanitarian aid.

Meghan chose a £109 Zara jacket for her visit to the National Centre for Rehabilitation of Addicts, leaving luxury jewelry behind.

The couple engaged directly with patients, World Central Kitchen staff, and young refugees, witnessing the scale of relief efforts and the challenges facing displaced communities.

Their trip emphasizes mental health, sustainable development, and the ongoing needs of Syrians and Palestinians in Jordan, underscoring the Sussexes’ commitment to humanitarian work.