Amman: Members of the Senate said on Wednesday that His Majesty King Abdullah II's positions reflect the kingdom's longstanding commitment to defending Jerusalem and its Muslim and Christian holy sites, while continuing to work with Arab partners and the international community to protect the city's identity and historical heritage.
According to Jordan News Agency, the senators emphasized that the king's call for a unified Arab and Islamic position to safeguard Jerusalem and Al-Aqsa Mosque represents a Jordanian initiative aimed at rallying international support in response to what they described as Israel's illegal measures in the holy city. Omar Razzaz, chairman of the Senate's Arab, International, and Expatriate Affairs Committee, highlighted the importance of the king's meeting with the Arab Ministerial Committee, which focuses on mobilizing international action against illegal Israeli policies in Jerusalem.
Razzaz noted that the meeting was significant for drawing international attention to developments in Jerusalem and reinforcing collective solidarity. He stated that Jordan's commitment to protecting Jerusalem's holy sites remains unwavering, with the Hashemite Custodianship symbolizing the nation's historical responsibility.
Khawla Al-Armouti, chair of the Senate's Women Committee, reiterated the significance of the Hashemite Custodianship, emphasizing its role as a cornerstone for safeguarding the sanctity of Jerusalem's holy sites. She called for unified Arab efforts to counter Israeli measures that threaten the historical and legal status of these sites.
Ali Al-Ayed, rapporteur of the Senate's Arab, International, and Expatriate Affairs Committee, highlighted Jordan's efforts to mobilize international support against Israeli actions in Jerusalem. He welcomed the outcome of the ministerial meeting in Amman, emphasizing the need for coordinated efforts to protect Jerusalem's holy sites and halt escalation.
Hayel Obeidat, rapporteur of the Senate's Palestine Committee, traced the Hashemite Custodianship back to the 1917 pledge of allegiance, noting its reinforcement through historical restoration campaigns. He emphasized the importance of the Hashemite Custodianship as an internationally recognized model for protecting holy sites and a testament to Jordan's enduring humanitarian responsibility.