Jordan says no military aircraft was permitted to cross country’s airspace

The Jordanian Armed Forces –Arab Army– said Saturday that no military aircraft from any of the conflicting parties in the region have been permitted to cross Jordanian airspace – in statements cited by the Jordan News Agency (Petra).

The statement added that the Arab Army has been closely monitoring the recent military escalation, emphasizing that the Royal Jordanian Air Force (RJAF) “is paying careful attention to the situation and remains on high alert to protect the nation.”

The JAF urged citizens to obtain information from official sources and to refrain from spreading rumors that are not based on facts.

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Jordan condemned today “Israel's” airstrikes on Iranian territory, calling them a violation of international law, an infringement on sovereignty, and a dangerous escalation that risks deepening regional tensions – per a statement by the Foreign Ministry.

Ministry spokesperson, Ambassador Dr. Sufian Qudah, reaffirmed Jordan's outright rejection of such escalations and breaches of international law, cautioning against a slide into conflict that threatens regional stability and global security.

Ambassador Qudah called on the international community to assume its responsibilities and take immediate measures to halt “Israeli” aggression on Gaza, the West Bank, and Lebanon.

He emphasized this as a necessary step toward de-escalation, demanding an end to “Israel’s” breaches of international law and UN resolutions, and underscoring the importance of protecting regional security and stability from the grave consequences of continued attacks – according to the statement.