Zarqa: Lower House Speaker Ahmad Safadi emphasized that Jordan's voice continues to be influential in international decision-making centers. He highlighted His Majesty King Abdullah's efforts to garner global support for Palestinian rights to address the ongoing aggression in the Gaza Strip.
According to Jordan News Agency, Safadi addressed lawmakers and local officials during a ceremony in Zarqa commemorating His Majesty's 63rd birthday. He affirmed Jordan's unwavering commitment to just Arab causes, particularly the Palestinian issue. He reiterated Jordan's support for the Palestinian people's right to establish a free and independent state based on the June 4, 1967, borders, with Jerusalem as its capital.
Safadi stated that Jordan would not accept any resolution to the Palestinian issue that compromises Jordanian interests, emphasizing that Palestine is for the Palestinians and Jordan for the Jordanians. He highlighted His Majesty's involvement in aid airdrops to Gaza and praised Her Majesty Queen Rania Al Abdullah for her impactful presentations that shifted international perspectives on the situation in Palestine.
Furthermore, Safadi acknowledged the participation of His Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah and Her Highness Princess Salma bint Abdullah in relief efforts, alongside Jordanian field hospitals, facilitated by the Royal Air Force falcons.