Jordan condemns Iran's attacks on Saudi Arabia and supports the Kingdom's security
The Jordanian government strongly condemned the attacks targeting Saudi Arabian territory, affirming its full support and solidarity with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in confronting all threats to its security and stability. In an official statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Jordan emphasized that the security of the two kingdoms is indivisible, and that any threat to Saudi Arabia's security is a threat to the security and stability of the entire region.
Context of regional tension and historical background
This firm Jordanian stance comes amid escalating tensions between Saudi Arabia and Iran, a conflict that has been ongoing for decades. The two countries are vying for influence in the Middle East, a rivalry manifested in their support for opposing sides in major regional conflicts, such as the wars in Yemen, Syria, and Lebanon. These attacks are often carried out through proxies, such as the Houthi group in Yemen, which has claimed responsibility for numerous ballistic missile and drone attacks on critical infrastructure and Saudi cities. These attacks are seen as part of a broader strategy to destabilize the region and threaten global energy security.
The importance of the event and its expected impact
The danger of these attacks lies not only in their targeting of Saudi Arabia as a state, but also in their impact on the stability of global energy markets, given the Kingdom's position as the world's largest oil exporter. Any successful attack on its oil facilities, as occurred in the Abqaiq and Khurais attacks of 2019, could lead to significant supply disruptions and a sharp rise in prices, affecting the entire global economy. Regionally, these attacks represent a dangerous escalation that threatens to ignite a direct military confrontation, something regional and international powers are striving to avoid. The condemnation by influential countries like Jordan reflects growing Arab concern about Iranian policies and underscores the need to form a united front to deter these threats.
The Jordanian position and its implications
The Jordanian statement emphasized its categorical rejection of these attacks, describing them as “a blatant violation of the sovereignty of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and a dangerous escalation that threatens the security and stability of the region.” The Ministry added that Jordan fully supports all measures and steps taken by Saudi Arabia to defend its sovereignty, security, and the safety of its citizens. This stance reinforces the strategic and historical relations between Amman and Riyadh and underscores Jordan’s commitment to supporting the joint Arab security system in the face of external challenges, stressing the importance of respecting the principles of good neighborliness and international law to maintain peace in the region.
