Amman, July 28 (Petra) – Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of
Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Ayman Safadi and his Syrian
counterpart, Asaad al-Shibani, affirmed on Tuesday their continued
commitment to strengthening the “deep-rooted brotherly” relations
between the Kingdom of Jordan and Syria, in accordance with a
comprehensive strategic vision that fosters mutual integration across
various fields.

During Safadi’s phone call with al-Shibani, the two ministers
emphasized the importance of the ongoing development in
Jordanian-Syrian relations, which is reflected in “sustainable”
cooperation in the economic, political, defense, and security
sectors.

The ministers also discussed regional developments and efforts aimed
at ending regional escalation, calling for adhering to the ceasefire
between the United States and Iran and supporting efforts to reach a
comprehensive agreement.

The duo said this vision would achieve lasting security and
stability, guarantee respect for the sovereignty of states and the
principles of good neighborliness, and ensure freedom of navigation
in the Strait of Hormuz.

Also discussing the dangerous deterioration in the West Bank, the to
FMs stressed the need for concerted efforts to halt illegal Israeli
measures that perpetuate the Isreali occupation and undermine all
opportunities for achieving a just and comprehensive peace in the
region.

The two ministers also affirmed their “absolute” support for
Lebanon’s security, stability, and sovereignty over all its
territory.

Safadi and al-Shibani discussed Israeli attacks on Syria and Israel’s
attempts to threaten its security and stability, emphasizing their
“absolute” solidarity in confronting these threats.

In this context, Safadi reiterated the Kingdom’s “unwavering”
position in supporting Syria, its security, stability, unity, and
sovereignty, and Jordan’s “full” support for the Syrian government in
the reconstruction process and in fulfilling the aspirations of the
brotherly Syrian people.

Additionally, Safadi affirmed Jordan’s condemnation of Israel’s
attacks on Syria and its occupation of Syrian territory, stressing
the need to formulate firm regional and international positions to
confront Israel’s aggressive and expansionist policies, which
constitute a “blatant” violation of international law and are pushing
the region toward further conflict and tension.

Safadi and al-Shibani said the two brotherly countries will continue
to strengthen joint cooperation and coordination mechanisms, which
would serve their interests and contributes to enhancing security and
stability in the region.

//Petra// AG