King sends salutes to army on Arabization anniversary

His Majesty King Abdullah II led commemorations with a message honoring the anniversary of the Arabization of the Jordanian Army Command, a key milestone in the nation’s military history.

He praised the Arab Army’s essential role in defending Jordan and protecting its holy sites.

In a statement on X, King Abdullah II said, "As we celebrate the Arabization of our army’s command, we salute our Arab Army—a source of pride and honor. May God protect our country and bless the brave men and women of our Armed Forces and security agencies."

في ذكرى تعريب قيادة الجيش، تحية لجيشنا العربي المصطفوي، مصدر فخرنا واعتزازنا. حمى الله وطننا، وبارك بسواعد نشامى ونشميات القوات المسلحة والأجهزة الأمنية

— عبدالله بن الحسين (@KingAbdullahII) March 1, 2025

The occasion marks the historic shift to Arab-led military leadership, a source of national pride for Jordanians.

The king’s tribute highlighted the army’s ongoing contribution to Jordan’s stability and sovereignty, recognizing the dedication of its personnel on this significant day.