Amman, August 15 (Petra)– Mohammad Momani, Government Communication Minister and Government Spokesperson, confirmed that Benjamin Netanyahu’s recent remarks about “the so-called Greater Israel” are a clear provocation to the nations that border Israel, raising tensions and pushing the region further toward instability.
“We will not remain idle in the face of these hostile statements, and we will take all necessary measures to defend the Kingdom’s security,” Minister Momani said in a statement today.
Momani clarified that the Kingdom is keeping a careful eye on events and that it will continue to stand firmly in favor of peace and stability while opposing any efforts to jeopardize Jordan’s security and sovereignty.
He clarified that the Israeli government’s declarations and rulings endorsing the construction of additional settlements would exacerbate regional tensions, jeopardize the security and interests of the nations concerned, and infringe upon the rights of these nations and provoke public sentiment.
He noted that these Israeli remarks coincide with the Israeli government’s current crises, the continuous pressure on the Israeli right, and the growing international pressure on Israel because of its egregious human rights abuses in the Gaza Strip and the barriers it erects to help the people of the Strip receive humanitarian aid.
Momani highlighted that Israel is becoming more isolated both internationally and regionally as a result of its intransigence and the barriers the government is erecting in the path of the two-state solution, which are blatant violations of international law. Additionally, they are strengthening the belief held by many European nations that Israel has no intention of establishing peace, achieving a peaceful resolution, or granting the Palestinian people their rightful rights. This entails the ongoing political, diplomatic, and judicial struggle against it.
He clarified that the actions of the far right in Israel are progressively making Israel more isolated, which will encourage the establishment of a Palestinian state that has widespread international backing. Approximately 142 nations have recognized it thus far, and the UN Security Council’s acceptance is the last stage.
We are one step closer to establishing a Palestinian state based on the people, territory, and authority, Momani noted, adding that projections show that large and powerful nations will continue to recognize the Palestinian state in September. He underlined that Israeli political, security, and military policies are the primary barrier to the Palestinians’ yearning for peace.
He emphasized that the Jordanian political and diplomatic strategy, spearheaded by His Majesty King Abdullah II, has the capacity to persuade the world community and is genuinely founded on the King’s personal and political legitimacy.
“Airdrops carry large quantities of aid, while larger quantities arrive via the land bridge, which faces obstacles that delay the arrival of trucks by approximately 36 hours, compared to two hours previously,” Momani said in reference to the humanitarian aid Jordan sent to our brothers in the Gaza Strip. Long waits because of Israeli working hours and settler violence are among the causes of this.
In terms of diplomatic ties with Syria, Momani said the two nations have a great connection that is marked by Arab nationalism and fraternity. Noting that the recently sent supplies reached Syria through legitimate Syrian authorities, he underlined Jordan’s support for Syria’s unity, sovereignty, and stability.
He emphasized that sectoral committees in the areas of energy, trade, transportation, social development, and other areas are part of the two nations’ cooperation. He added that since Jordan provides its Syrian brethren with Qatari gas, transit and trade are expanding steadily and that energy-related conversations are still going on.
Momani clarified that talks will take place in southern Syria to address the water issue. Some of these sessions have been postponed at the Syrian side’s request, but they will soon restart with an open and honest dialogue. He pointed out that the primary issue confronting both parties is the historical decline of water supplies along the two nations’ border as a result of global warming and climate change.
//Petra// MF
15/08/2025 16:52:02
