Amman, April 4 (Petra) – Jordan will not be a theatre for conflict or a launchpad for attacks against any party, government spokesperson Mohammad Momani said on Saturday, reaffirming the Kingdom’s position under King Abdullah II.
Speaking at a joint briefing with the armed forces and the Public Security Directorate at the National Centre for Security and Crisis Management, Momani said the stance reflected a consistent national approach rooted in prudence and responsibility in managing crises and safeguarding security and stability.
He said Jordan was continuing diplomatic contacts with international leaders to push for de-escalation and a return to dialogue and political solutions, with the Foreign Ministry and relevant institutions intensifying efforts.
The government is committed to providing accurate information through official channels, he said, pointing to daily briefings issued by the armed forces.
Momani said ongoing regional crises carry negative repercussions for both the region and the wider world, underscoring the need to step up diplomatic pressure. Jordan, he said, was acting in line with its national and broader regional responsibilities.
He said Jordan was handling developments with efficiency, supported by strong institutions and professional civilian and military bodies, alongside leadership that takes decisions with "courage and responsibility", enabling the Kingdom to navigate crises and emerge stronger.
The government’s priorities, he said, are to maintain national security and stability and address potential threats, while limiting the impact on citizens and the economy and ensuring the continuity of key sectors.
Decisions are taken on the basis of periodic assessments submitted to the prime minister, covering challenges and required measures, he said, noting steps to sustain services and vital sectors, including support for civilian and military institutions, facilitating imports and monitoring prices.
Momani said the government had held meetings with representatives of the transport, shipping, industry and trade sectors to strengthen coordination in addressing the impact of regional developments.
He said the National Centre for Security and Crisis Management was playing a central coordinating role by monitoring indicators and activating response plans to ensure preparedness.
Supply chains are operating normally, essential goods are available and fuel supplies continue to flow, he said, adding that Aqaba port has received 267 ships since March, reflecting stable trade and continued confidence among international partners.
He said measures had also been taken to rationalise consumption while maintaining services, calling for public cooperation.
On information, Momani urged reliance on official sources and professional media, warning against rumours and misinformation and saying the law would be enforced against those who spread them.
He said ministries and institutions had activated contingency plans to deal with current developments, expressing hope the crisis would end soon while stressing readiness to handle different scenarios if it persists.
Momani reiterated that there are no foreign military bases on Jordanian soil, adding that joint defence agreements with allied countries are activated by sovereign decision in line with national security.
He said the armed forces were taking necessary measures, including activating defence arrangements, to safeguard the Kingdom.
On education, he said there is currently no decision to shift to remote learning and that life is proceeding as normal, with any changes to be announced officially.
Brigadier General Mustafa Hiyari, director of military media, said the conflict had entered its fifth week despite Jordan’s diplomatic efforts to prevent it, with international attempts under way to end it.
He said the region and the world continue to face the repercussions of military escalation.
The armed forces are carrying out defensive operations under "Operation Shield of Jordan" to protect the country and prevent loss of life, he said.
Hiyari said military units, including those deployed along the borders, continue to secure frontiers and prevent infiltration and smuggling attempts exploiting current conditions, while other formations carry out operational duties to address threats.
He said Iran and allied factions were targeting Jordanian territory directly without justification, despite Jordan’s stated position that its land and airspace would not be used to launch attacks against any country.
Jordan has been subjected to missile and drone attacks, which he described as violations of sovereignty that have caused injuries and material damage.
Since the start of the conflict, 281 missiles and drones – including 161 missiles and 120 drones – have targeted the Kingdom, all aimed at sites inside Jordan, he said.
Air defence systems intercepted and destroyed 261 of them, with debris falling in the country, while 20 were not intercepted.
More than 30 engineering teams have been deployed across the Kingdom to deal with unexploded remnants, working alongside Public Security Directorate personnel to neutralise risks.
Hiyari said the armed forces operate under a professional defensive doctrine that prioritises civilian protection, with close coordination across military, security and civilian institutions to ensure rapid response, adding that the state has a high level of readiness.
He said coordination mechanisms with friendly countries linked to Jordan through defence agreements had been activated, alongside coordination with civil aviation authorities to regulate air traffic and ensure airspace safety.
On food security, he said the armed forces continue to support citizens through the military consumer corporation, which provides essential goods at reasonable prices across the country, reducing the need for stockpiling.
He said the military continues to monitor developments closely and hopes the conflict will end through political solutions to avoid further repercussions.
A reduction in the pace of attacks does not diminish the threat, particularly from drones, he said, stressing Jordan’s position against allowing any party to use its territory or airspace or participating in hostilities.
He said defensive measures include tracking ballistic missiles from launch and determining their trajectories before they enter Jordanian airspace, with air defence systems engaging as they approach.
Failure rates for ballistic missiles are around 15% and for cruise missiles about 25%, increasing the risk of debris falling in Jordan, particularly in sparsely populated areas, he said, adding that systems have been developed to counter low-flying drones through early detection, jamming and interception.
He said the armed forces also monitor threats from armed groups in neighbouring countries and act decisively to prevent any exploitation of Jordanian territory.
On internal security, he said authorities adopt a proactive approach to monitor suspicious activity and prevent threats before they materialise, while maintaining operational confidentiality.
Public Security Directorate spokesperson Colonel Amer Sartawi said the directorate, in coordination with the armed forces, has been providing regular updates through daily and weekly statements and media briefings to ensure transparency and counter rumours.
He praised public cooperation but warned against dangerous behaviour, including approaching falling debris out of curiosity or for filming, saying it poses serious risks.
Civil defence teams continue to sound sirens when necessary in coordination with the armed forces and the crisis management centre to alert citizens and protect lives and property, he said.
He said specialised teams, including bomb disposal units, have been deployed to deal with missile remnants and debris across the Kingdom, supported by additional units to enhance response capacity.
Since the start of the escalation, authorities have handled 585 incidents involving falling debris across all governorates, resulting in 28 injuries, most of them minor, with all injured discharged after treatment, while damage was limited to 59 homes and 31 vehicles.
Sirens have been sounded 476 times since the escalation began, he said, adding that the public is increasingly familiar with how to respond in line with official guidance.
He urged citizens to treat sirens as serious warnings and follow safety instructions, noting that they are activated between 7 a.m. and midnight following coordination with relevant authorities and in response to public feedback.
Sartawi warned against gatherings near debris, saying they endanger lives and obstruct emergency teams, urging the public to keep clear and allow specialists to do their work.
He said cybercrime units continue to monitor online content to track and counter misinformation in line with the law.
He called on citizens to adhere to official instructions and report any suspicious objects via the emergency number 911.
//Petra// AA
