Umm Ar-Rasas:Crowds of Jordanians from across various governorates have been gathering in the condolence hall of national martyr Corporal Jawad Al Salaytah, located in his hometown of Msheirfeh Al Salaytah in the Umm Ar-Rasas district, to pay their respects.
According to Jordan News Agency, official, popular, and religious delegations have emphasized that Jawad sacrificed his life to ensure the security of Jordan. They asserted that the forces of terrorism will not succeed because of the unity and awareness of the Jordanian people, who firmly stand behind His Majesty King Abdullah II and the country's security agencies.
Former Minister of Awqaf Hayel Dawood criticized the terrorist incident as contradicting the true nature of Jordanians, describing it as an act of hatred and criminality. He noted that terrorism will not diminish the resolve of Jordanians. Dawood, along with a delegation from the Karama and Wafa Youth Foundation, expressed their rejection of the dark ideology associated with terrorism and violence, which opposes Jordanian values and true Islamic teachings.
Former Minister Mohammad Obeidat expressed condolences for martyr Jawad Al Salaytah, describing him as a martyr for every Jordanian home and a symbol of the vigilance of Jordan's security agencies. He highlighted the diverse crowds at the condolence hall as a reflection of Jordan's unique social fabric and the confidence in the unity of Jordanians behind the Hashemite leadership in confronting terrorism.
Sate Al-Hamaydeh, a local figure, stated that the loss of Jawad Al-Salayteh is a loss for all Jordanians, acknowledging his sacrifice for his fellow citizens. Former Minister Ghazi Al-Zaben condemned the terrorist crime and called for accountability for those responsible, noting the unified Jordanian stance behind King Abdullah II in opposing the dark ideology threatening national security.
Retired Colonel Mohammad Al-Wutheiri emphasized the collective impact of the loss, noting that such acts are foreign to Jordanian customs. He affirmed the solidarity of all Jordanians, especially military retirees, in supporting the armed forces and security agencies against extremist ideologies.
Sheikh Mohammad Al-Mashaleh offered prayers for the martyr, asking for God's protection of the nation's security and stability, and for the distancing of extremist ideologies that are contrary to the teachings of Islam.