Royal Court chief reiterates Kingdom's role in securing Palestinian rights, regional peace

AMMAN — Jordan is intensifying its political and humanitarian efforts to address the ongoing Israeli aggression on Gaza and Lebanon, aiming for an immediate ceasefire and ensuring the uninterrupted flow of vital aid, Royal Court Chief Yousef Issawi said on Saturday.

During a meeting with members of the Salaytah tribe from central Badia, Issawi reiterated Jordan's unwavering stance on the Palestinian cause, stressing the Kingdom’s commitment to alleviating the suffering of the Palestinian people and supporting their right to self-determination and the establishment of an independent Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital.

Issawi underscored His Majesty King Abdullah's tireless international and regional efforts to rally the international community, urging them to hold Israel accountable for its actions and to ensure that humanitarian aid reaches the Palestinian people without obstruction, according to a Royal Court statement.

"His Majesty is working at all levels to compel the international community to fulfil its legal, moral, and humanitarian obligations toward the Palestinians," Issawi said.

"The King remains resolute in rejecting any attempts to displace Palestinians from their land."

He also highlighted the significance of the King’s recent speeches at the United Nations and the Arab Islamic Summit, where he called for an immediate halt to the violence in Gaza and the West Bank, stressing the need to end the suffering caused by Israeli actions.

Issawi also reiterated Jordan's pivotal role in providing essential assistance to the Palestinians, citing initiatives such as airdrops of medical supplies, the "Restoring Hope" programme to offer prosthetic limbs to those wounded in the war, and the establishment of a specialised maternity and neonatal field hospital in Khan Yunis.

The efforts of Her Majesty Queen Rania and HRH Crown Prince Hussein have been instrumental in raising awareness of the humanitarian crisis and advocating for international support, he added.

"Jordan's position is clear. A just solution to the Palestinian issue is not only a moral imperative but also a national priority."

Issawi also reiterated the Kingdom's commitment to helping Palestinians secure their rights, including the establishment of a viable state based on the pre-1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.

Jordan also remains steadfast in preserving the historical and legal status of Jerusalem's Islamic and Christian holy sites under Hashemite Custodianship, ensuring their protection and Arab identity, Issawi added.

Representatives from the Salaytah tribe praised King Abdullah’s steadfast leadership in defending Palestinian rights and his efforts to address the ongoing war.

They also expressed pride in Jordan’s proactive role in supporting the Palestinians and providing critical aid to Gaza and Lebanon.

The representatives also commended the efforts of Her Majesty Queen Rania, HRH Crown Prince Hussein, and the Jordanian Armed Forces for their contributions to protecting Jordan’s stability and advancing the Kingdom's humanitarian mission.