Jordan's king warns Israeli expansionism is region's greatest threat
King Abdullah II says Israeli expansionist ambitions pose the biggest threat to the region and insists Middle East security depends on Palestinian rights.
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AIJordan's King Abdullah II has warned that Israeli expansionist ambitions represent the greatest threat to the region, stressing that security and stability in the Middle East cannot be achieved without upholding the rights of the Palestinian people.
The king made his remarks on Monday during the throne speech at the opening of the new session of Jordan's parliament, where he affirmed his country's ability to defend its interests and the causes of the Arab world, and reiterated Jordan's commitment to Arab unity.
King Abdullah II stated that Jordan will remain resilient against its enemies, vowing that the country will not allow terrorism to threaten its security and emphasizing that terrorists do not represent Jordanians, as they have betrayed their homeland.
He added that Jordan relies on the awareness of its people during times of uncertainty, affirming that the country will not abandon its principles and that tyranny does not confer legitimacy.
On the economic front, the king noted that work has begun on several major economic projects, stressing that genuine development is measured by its direct impact on citizens.