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Ramallah: Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and the Commissioner-General of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), Philippe Lazzarini, Wednesday discussed ways to continue support.

discussed, at the presidential headquarters in the city of Ramallah, today, Wednesday,

In the meeting at the presidential HQ in Ramallah, Abbas rejected what he described as the Israeli-led campaign against UNRWA to “liquidate the Palestinian refugee issue.”

He talked about UNRWA’s role in providing services to Palestinian refugees according to United Nations resolutions, adding that the pertinent UN resolutions “must not be violated.”

He discussed the “importance of providing the “necessary” support for the agency to remain operational.

Source: Jordan News Agency

Amman: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Ayman Safadi, said that Jordan’s first priority is to stop the Israeli aggression on Gaza immediately, and that bringing humanitarian aid to the besieged Strip is a second priority.

In a joint press conference held Wednesday evening with his Austrian counterpart, Alexander Schallenberg, Safadi stressed the importance of bringing humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip sufficiently and completely to confront an unprecedented humanitarian catastrophe for decades.

He stated that because Israel prevents enough aid from reaching the Gaza Strip, over 2.3 million Palestinians are at risk of hunger.

He stated, “The war has been ongoing for too long, and its victims number in the tens of thousands,” emphasizing that more than half a million Palestinians are now experiencing the world’s greatest rates of starvation, which must cease immediately.

He emphasized that this action will not bring security or peace, but will instead lead to more co
nflict and escalation. As a result, the entire world community must work together to put an end to this as soon as possible.

He referred to the escalation in the occupied West Bank, which threatens to exacerbate the situation, particularly as the holy month of Ramadan approaches, underscoring the need to halt all Israel’s measures taken to restrict worshipers’ right to carry out their religious duties during this holy month, as well as to adhere to the historical and legal situation in Islamic and Christian holy sites in the occupied Jerusalem.

Additionally, Safadi warned of the risk of settlement growth and the announcement made by an extremist in the Israeli government to begin construction on new settlements. He said that this is an escalation that will only heighten tensions and that the international community unanimously condemns it as a violation of international law.

He said that Jordan aspires to a just and comprehensive peace, which it believes cannot come to pass until the Palestinians are grant
ed their right to freedom and the ability to govern their own territory in compliance with the terms of reference that have been approved, allowing them to coexist peacefully and securely with Israel.

He reiterated that Jordan will keep up its regional and global efforts to put an end to this calamity and fully realize Palestinian rights in order to bring about peace that will provide security and stability for both Israelis and Palestinians.

He indicated that even before to October 7, UNRWA has been the target of political assassination attempts. He went on to say that every dollar taken from UNRWA was taken from a patient or a child and that UNRWA is an indispensable organization for the Palestinian people.

Source: Jordan News Agency

Amman: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Ayman Safadi, said that Jordan’s first priority is to stop the Israeli aggression on Gaza immediately, and that bringing humanitarian aid to the besieged Strip is a second priority.

In a joint press conference held Wednesday evening with his Austrian counterpart, Alexander Schallenberg, Safadi stressed the importance of bringing humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip sufficiently and completely to confront an unprecedented humanitarian catastrophe for decades.

He stated that because Israel prevents enough aid from reaching the Gaza Strip, over 2.3 million Palestinians are at risk of hunger.

He stated, “The war has been ongoing for too long, and its victims number in the tens of thousands,” emphasizing that more than half a million Palestinians are now experiencing the world’s greatest rates of starvation, which must cease immediately.

He emphasized that this action will not bring security or peace, but will instead lead to more co
nflict and escalation. As a result, the entire world community must work together to put an end to this as soon as possible.

He referred to the escalation in the occupied West Bank, which threatens to exacerbate the situation, particularly as the holy month of Ramadan approaches, underscoring the need to halt all Israel’s measures taken to restrict worshipers’ right to carry out their religious duties during this holy month, as well as to adhere to the historical and legal situation in Islamic and Christian holy sites in the occupied Jerusalem.

Additionally, Safadi warned of the risk of settlement growth and the announcement made by an extremist in the Israeli government to begin construction on new settlements. He said that this is an escalation that will only heighten tensions and that the international community unanimously condemns it as a violation of international law.

He said that Jordan aspires to a just and comprehensive peace, which it believes cannot come to pass until the Palestinians are grant
ed their right to freedom and the ability to govern their own territory in compliance with the terms of reference that have been approved, allowing them to coexist peacefully and securely with Israel.

He reiterated that Jordan will keep up its regional and global efforts to put an end to this calamity and fully realize Palestinian rights in order to bring about peace that will provide security and stability for both Israelis and Palestinians.

He indicated that even before to October 7, UNRWA has been the target of political assassination attempts. He went on to say that every dollar taken from UNRWA was taken from a patient or a child and that UNRWA is an indispensable organization for the Palestinian people.

Source: Jordan News Agency

Aqaba: His Majesty King Abdullah II on Wednesday said Aqaba reflects the image of an ambitious Jordan, which is rooted in the Greater Arab Revolt’s principles of freedom, justice, and dignity.

According to a royal court statement, speaking at a meeting with local community leaders and figures in Aqaba at Aqaba Castle, His Majesty said developing the governorate was a dream and an idea 25 years ago, but has become a reality today with the efforts of dedicated Jordanians.

At the gathering, attended by Her Majesty Queen Rania Al Abdullah and His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II, the King said the source of Jordan’s strength lies in the joint efforts of all Jordanians and their belief in their ability to succeed.

Aqaba today has become a developed city and a source of economic and development strength for Jordan, His Majesty noted, adding that Aqaba has become a major city on the Red Sea coast.

For his part, Aqaba Governor Khaled Hajjaj said Jordan, which celebrates His Majesty’s Silver
Jubilee, has become an example of progress and prosperity, adding that Jordan’s great transition is a source of pride for all Jordanians.

He added that Aqaba is moving forward with implementing the Royal vision through programmes to promote youth empowerment and entrepreneurship, bolster the social safety net, and provide incentives to investors, in order to build on the governorate’s progress and contribute to the national economy.

Upon arrival at the Great Arab Revolt Square prior to the meeting, the King was welcomed by the Aqaba Marine Band for Popular Arts.

Earlier on Wednesday, His Majesty visited Sharif Hussein House Museum in Aqaba, which was implemented upon Royal directives to preserve the historic value of Sharif Hussein bin Ali’s house, built in 1917.

The King viewed exhibits at the museum, which highlight milestones in the Great Arab Revolt led by Sharif Hussein.

During the meeting with Aqaba figures, His Majesty bestowed the Silver Jubilee Medal on individuals and institutions in Aqaba, in
recognition of their contributions to serving Jordan, especially the local community in the governorate.

Source: Jordan News Agency

Cairo: Secretary-General of the Arab League, Ahmed Aboul Gheit, congratulated Minister of Youth Mohammad Al-Nabulsi on his appointment as the 47th regular session of the Council of Arab Youth Ministers’ president.

Aboul Gheit praised the Council of Arab Youth and Sports Ministers for its commitment to constantly updating and developing its agenda to meet the needs of Arab youth and stay current on issues affecting youth and sports.

He applauded the Council’s diverse youth initiatives, which aim to strengthen the talents and competencies of Arab youth while also promoting a culture of understanding and conversation.

Aboul Gheit stated that the shocks that the world experienced as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic and subsequent crises imposed additional challenges and economic and social burdens on young people from new generations in various parts of the world, particularly in developing countries, and left a general sense of instability, insecurity, and fear of the future.

Source: Jordan News Agency

Ramallah: Israel arrested a total of 7, 305 Palestinians in the West Bank and the occupied city of Jerusalem after last October 7.

In a statement Wednesday, Palestinian Prisoners and Ex-Prisoners Affairs Commission and Palestinian Prisoners’ Club said those Palestinians were arrested from homes and at military checkpoints, while others were held hostage.

The two bodies added that the Israeli occupation carried out widespread raids and harassment in Palestinian governorates, towns, and camps.

During these campaigns, Palestinian detainees were severely beaten and suffered field investigations, meanwhile Israeli forces sabotaged and demolished Palestinian homes and seized their cash and vehicles, the statement pointed out.

Source: Jordan News Agency