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AMMAN — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Tuesday condemned the opening of a purported embassy by Somaliland in occupied Jerusalem.
The ministry described the move as “unacceptable” and a “blatant violation” of international law and UN resolutions.
Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Fuad Majali stressed that any measures or decisions aimed at altering the status or legal standing of Jerusalem are “null and void, illegitimate and unlawful,” according to a Foreign Ministry statement.
Majali reiterated that the only path to achieve a just and comprehensive peace that ensures security and stability in the region is through the establishment of an independent, sovereign Palestinian state on the June 4, 1967 lines, with East Jerusalem as its capital.
Majali also reaffirmed Jordan’s full support for Somalia’s unity and territorial integrity, as well as its legitimate institutions, stressing the Kingdom’s commitment to preserving Somalia’s security and stability.
Somaliland opened its embassy in Jerusalem on Monday, Israel's foreign ministry announced, months after Israel became the first country to recognise the breakaway African state's independence.
Somaliland is the eighth country to open its embassy in Jerusalem, following the United States, Guatemala, Honduras, Kosovo, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay and Fiji.
In December, Israel became the first country to recognise the independence of Somaliland since it declared its autonomy from Somalia in 1991 following a civil war
