Jordanian House of Representatives speaker rejects US ambassador’s remarks on Arab lands
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- Jordanian House of Representatives condemns US ambassador’s statements on ‘Israel’.
- Speaker calls remarks provocative and a threat to regional security.
The Jordanian House of Representatives has strongly rejected statements made by the US ambassador to ‘Israel’, calling them provocative and a threat to regional security.
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Speaker Denounces Provocative Statements
Speaker Mazen Al-Qadi said the ambassador’s comments, which suggested narratives justifying ‘Israel’s’ control over Arab lands, violate international law and the United Nations charter. “These statements are a blatant provocation and a serious breach of state sovereignty,” he said at the opening of Monday’s session.
Support for Palestinian Territories
Al-Qadi reaffirmed that the West Bank and Gaza Strip are Palestinian territories, emphasizing that any claims rooted in religious narratives are unacceptable and undermine prospects for a just, two-state solution.
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He warned that remarks from a representative of a major country chairing the Peace Council could fuel extremism and conflict rather than contain it. The House praised unified Arab and Islamic positions rejecting the statements and urged the international community to uphold international law and prevent attempts to legitimize occupation.
Backing King Abdullah II
The House reiterated its full support for King Abdullah II in defending Jordan’s national interests and sovereignty. Al-Qadi highlighted the historic sacrifices of Jordanian forces, underscoring the country’s steadfast position in defending Palestinian rights until the establishment of an independent Palestinian state.
