Official, community groups rally to honor fallen Corporal Jawad Al Salaytah
08/11/2026 | 22:30:50
Ajloun, Nov. 8 (Petra) -- Official and community groups held solidarity rallies on Sunday in honor of martyr Corporal Jawad Al Salaytah, who died following a terrorist attack targeting Public Security Directorate (PSD) personnel in Amman that also left Lieutenant Firas Al-Ananzeh injured.
The University of Jordan performed the absentee funeral prayer (Salat al-Gha'ib) for Al Salaytah by the Clock Tower on campus. The prayer was attended by the university president, faculty, administrative staff, students, and the student union to honor the martyr's memory and express support for his family and comrades.
University leadership stated that the initiative embodies national values of sacrifice, belonging, and solidarity, highlighting public appreciation for members of the security services who give their lives in the line of duty.
In Ajloun Governorate and Kufranjah District, the respective agriculture directorates organized solidarity gatherings. Participants recited the opening chapter of the Quran (Al-Fatiha) for the martyr and all fallen servicemen, voicing condemnation of terrorist acts targeting Jordan's stability.
Head of the Ajloun Agriculture Directorate, Setan Al-Sarhan, stated that Jordanians stand united against terrorism, emphasizing that national cohesion and support for the Hashemite leadership remain the foundation of Jordan's resilience.
Director of Kufranjah Agriculture Directorate, Hazem Al-Amawi, noted that the sacrifices of national martyrs remain a source of pride, reflecting the commitment of security personnel to safeguarding the country.
Separately, students at the Inclusive Quran House at Tufail Ibn Amr Al-Dausi Mosque in Tafileh Governorate organized a solidarity gathering to denounce the attack and express support for security forces.
Participants recalled Al Salaytah's service, condemned attacks on security personnel, and offered prayers for the fallen corporal, his family, and the recovery of the injured officer.
//Petra// AF