Army thwarts infiltration attempt from Syria

The Northern Military Zone thwarted an attempt yesterday on one of its fronts by four individuals who tried to infiltrate from Syrian territories into Jordan - a statement by the Jordanian Armed Forces (JAF) said today.

Rules of engagement were applied, the individuals were apprehended, and they were handed over to the relevant security authorities - the statement added.

The JAF reiterated its commitment to deal firmly and decisively with any infiltration or smuggling attempt to protect the borders and prevent jeopardy to Jordan’s national security.

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