Did not mention Iran: Jordan's king signals the biggest threat in the region

Jordan's King Abdullah II sharply criticized Israel in a speech before parliament, warning of the consequences of its policies on the Middle East. He addressed the attack in Karak, vowed a firm stance against terrorism, and declared the water crisis a national priority.

Jordan's King Abdullah II sharply criticized Israel in a speech before the Jordanian parliament, warning of the consequences of its policies on the future of the Middle East. He said there is no path to security and stability in the region without realizing the rights of the Palestinian people, and described the 'humanitarian disaster' in Gaza alongside attacks in the West Bank and Jerusalem. At the same time, the king addressed the deadly attack in Karak and vowed that the kingdom would not allow extremists to harm its security, calling the perpetrators 'the treacherous hand of terror.' He asked parliament members to stand for a moment of silence in memory of the victims. Additionally, the king declared the water crisis a 'national priority' and called for accelerating projects in the field. He also warned against exploiting public positions and emphasized the supremacy of the rule of law.