Day: March 20, 2025

Amman: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign and Expatriates Affairs emphasized the importance of strengthening the ceasefire in Gaza right away and adhering to all terms of the prisoner exchange deal, which was made possible by American, Qatari, and Egyptian efforts. Safadi emphasized the need for the international community to act swiftly and forcefully to force Israel to stop its aggression and reopen the borders so that humanitarian supplies can reach all areas of the Gaza Strip during calls with a number of his counterparts.

According to Jordan News Agency, Safadi issued a dire warning about what would happen if Israel resumed its onslaught against Gaza and blocked the flow of aid into the Strip. Safadi emphasized that the exchange agreement must be followed in order to establish a rapid and long-lasting truce. He denounced the use of food as a weapon and the return to war. Together with his peers, he evaluated regional and global efforts to bring about a truce and permit supplies to enter Gaza.

Safadi also cautioned in his messages about the prospect of illegal Israeli actions in the West Bank that could worsen the situation. Safadi contacted Algerian Minister of Foreign Affairs and National Community Abroad Ahmed Attaf, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdel Aty, Bulgarian Minister of Foreign Affairs Georg Georgiev, Slovenian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Tanja Fajon, and the new Minister of Foreign Affairs of Austria Beate Meinl-Reisinger.

In his call with the Bulgarian Foreign Minister, Safadi condemned the killing of the Bulgarian citizen, who worked for the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS), during Israel’s attack on the organization’s headquarters the day before yesterday, and expressed the Kingdom’s condolences over his death. He stressed the need for Israel to adhere to its responsibilities as the occupying power and to ensure the security of international organizations and the protection of their personnel.

Safadi congratulated Beate Meinl-Reisinger on taking on her new responsibilities and talked about measures to improve bilateral relationships with the newly appointed Austrian foreign minister. The two ministers expressed confidence in the two nations’ strong alliance and eagerly anticipated furthering it together. Meinl-Reisinger and Safadi also talked about the situation in Syria.

Safadi also spoke with Alexander Schallenberg, the former foreign minister and chancellor of Austria, over the phone, thanking him for his efforts to foster goodwill between the two nations when he was in office.

Amman: The Ministry of Foreign and Expatriates Affairs welcomed the diplomatic efforts that resulted in the release of American detainee George Glezmann, who was detained in Afghanistan.

According to Jordan News Agency, Sufian Al-Qudah, the Ministry’s Spokesperson, highlighted the significance of the State of Qatar and the United Arab Emirates’ efforts to aid in the American detainee’s release, acknowledging their critical role in fostering peaceful dialogue and advancing regional and global security and peace.

Amman: Strasbourg: Senate Speaker Faisal Al-Fayez stated, “The reality confirms that the West has begun to adopt a policy of double standards and double standards regarding issues of public freedoms and democratic practice.” Speaking Thursday at a conference organized by the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe in Strasbourg, France, Al-Fayez emphasized that democracy is a shared responsibility since it is a fundamental value that upholds citizens’ rights and freedoms and fosters equality and social justice for all.

According to Jordan News Agency, the two-day conference will cover a wide range of topics, including protecting democracy, guaranteeing freedom of expression and publication, and violence in the context of the current global political and security problems.

One of the most crucial elements of protecting and solidifying democracy in countries is an environment of political and security stability, which Al-Fayez emphasized is necessary for its strengthening and maintenance. Its development also necessitates giving up the practice of using double standards and focusing on defending international organizations and institutions that defend justice, human rights, and public freedoms rather than interfering with, undermining, or transgressing their principles.

He emphasized that parliamentary institutions and international organizations that deal with public freedoms, human rights, and conflict resolution must be able to implement international legitimacy resolutions pertaining to peoples’ rights to freedom and independence, reject racism and sectarianism, and respect minorities’ rights while also working to strengthen common cultural and civilizational denominators among peoples. He also emphasized the significance of putting in place explicit policies and strong laws that ensure freedom of publication and expression, transparency, and integrity, as well as the presence of laws that defend the judiciary’s independence and fight corruption in all of its manifestations.

He went on to say: For instance, the Palestinian people have endured nearly eight decades of suffering under Israeli occupation, and since October 7, 2023, they have been the target of the most horrific acts of aggression by the Israeli occupation state in the occupied West Bank and Gaza Strip. Tens of thousands of martyrs and wounded, primarily women and children, have died as a result of this aggression.

Al-Fayez went on, “Social media, which is meant to support freedom of expression, freedom of publication, and public freedoms, has regrettably added to the problems that democracy faces. It has encouraged hate speech, bigotry, violence, religious and ethnic strife, and the use of disinformation campaigns to rig elections and their results. Social differences have widened as a result, and most peoples are now inclined toward extremism. According to him, societal discontent has spread throughout many nations as a result of a loss of faith in democratic institutions, disparity between the North and the South, and the growing economic and technological divide between them. “All of these factors have put democracy and its future through a difficult test,” he explained.

Amman: Government Communication Minister Mohammad Momani emphasized the crucial role of the Jordan Radio and Television Corporation (JRTV) in conveying a balanced political discourse representative of Jordanian values. He highlighted JRTV’s importance at a Ramadan iftar banquet celebrating the 66th anniversary of Jordanian Radio.

According to Jordan News Agency, Momani noted that JRTV enhances public awareness by reflecting the Kingdom’s achievements and challenges. This, he stated, strengthens national identity, fortifies the relationship between society and the state, and inspires support for the Hashemite leadership.

Momani called for collaboration among JRTV employees to maintain high-quality content that aligns with the aspirations of the Jordanian people and boosts the Kingdom’s regional and global standing. He acknowledged Jordanian Radio’s historical significance as the Kingdom’s pioneering radio station and discussed plans for modernizing and expanding radio transmission, including enhancements to five major stations.

The minister emphasized the importance of these improvements in elevating media content quality and disseminating national messages effectively. He reiterated the government’s commitment to supporting media that accurately represents the nation and its people.

Momani stressed the vital role of radio and television stations, alongside public and commercial media organizations, in fostering patriotism and spreading national messages. He advocated for healthy competition among media entities to enhance content quality and foster creativity in addressing challenges.

Additionally, Momani highlighted Al Mamlaka TV’s contribution to Jordan’s media landscape, noting its role in enhancing the quality and professionalism of national television programming. He underscored the channel’s significance in achieving ambitious media objectives reflecting citizens’ aspirations.

Jarir Maraqa, former director general of JRTV, commended current director general Ibrahim Al-Buwarid for his efforts in advancing the organization’s media and professional performance. Maraqa also praised the staff for their dedication to effectively communicating Jordan’s message.

The event concluded with the honoring of several retirees, including former directors and program heads, for their contributions to JRTV. Attendees included Secretary General of the Government Communication Ministry Zeid Nawayseh, JRTV Director General Ibrahim Al-Buwarid, and other prominent media figures and journalists.

Amman: Prime Minister Jaafar Hassan congratulated the national football team on its victory over the Palestinian counterpart in the World Cup qualifiers.

According to Jordan News Agency, the prime minister expressed his congratulations on the “X” platform, stating, “Congratulations to the Jordanian national team for this well-deserved victory, which, God willing, is a step towards qualifying for the World Cup.” He also extended his best wishes to the team for their upcoming games.