Jordan assures Iran its territory won’t be used for attacks
FM Jordan Ayman Safadi called Iranian counterpart to assure not to use his soil against any war. PHOTO: REUTERS
Jordan's top diplomat on Monday assured his Iranian counterpart that the kingdom would not allow its territory or airspace to be used to launch attacks on the Islamic republic.
"Jordan will not be a battleground in any regional conflict or a launching pad for any military action against Iran," Ayman Safadi told Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in a phone call, according to a Jordanian foreign ministry statement.
Safadi added that Amman "will not permit any party to violate its airspace or threaten its security and the safety of its citizens", amid US threats of a possible attack on Iran.
The top diplomats also discussed developments related to Iran’s nuclear program, with Safadi calling for diplomacy and dialogue as a path to resolving the issue.
The foreign minister expressed Jordan’s support for all efforts aimed at de-escalation, ending tensions and achieving calm in the region.
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Araghchi, for his part, praised Jordan’s positions and its efforts to achieve security and stability in the region, according to the statement.
The ministers also agreed to continue communication and consultation pertaining to regional developments and ongoing diplomatic efforts to end tensions and activate dialogue.
The contact comes amid heightened tensions between Iran and the US, with the American military fleet reportedly heading toward the region, as announced by President Donald Trump.
Trump confirmed that a large US “armada” was en route to the region, warning Iran to enter negotiations over its nuclear program or face potential military action.
In recent days, there has been intense diplomatic activity, with several regional countries – including Turkiye – intervening to ease tensions between the two nations.