Day: 5 October 2024

French President Emmanuel Macron called for a halt to the delivery of weapons to be used in the Gaza Strip, stressing that the priority should be a political solution to the year-long conflict between Israel and Hamas.

“I think today, the priority is that we return to a political solution, that we stop delivering arms for fighting in Gaza,” Macron told France Inter radio station.

The French president regretted that there has been no change in the situation in Gaza, despite significant diplomatic efforts to reach a ceasefire, especially with Israel.

Macron stated that he expressed these concerns to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, emphasizing that not listening to these warnings would be a mistake, affecting not only the current situation but also Israel’s future security.

Source: Jordan News Agency

King Felipe VI of Spain said that his country has deep historical ties with Jordan, and strong and fruitful political, economic, and cultural interests.

“In these moments, we are also united by a deep desire for peace and dialogue,” he said during a meeting with the Spanish community in Jordan at the Spanish Ambassador’s residence in Amman on Saturday evening.

“The conflict that began a year ago and brought us images of unspeakable suffering and destruction in Gaza, and which is further exacerbated by its extension to Lebanon, must end as soon as possible,” he added.

“We want to see an end to the humanitarian drama and the silence of weapons, to return to the path of politics and diplomacy,” he said, calling for “the resumption of more intensive efforts to achieve a two-state solution that lays the foundations for a solid and lasting peace for the Palestinian and Israeli peoples.”

He expressed his pleasure at the growing presence of Spanish companies in Jordan, which contributes to promoting growth, prosp
erity, and employment in the Kingdom, voicing hope to hold a business forum that testifies to this reality.

He said that staff working in Spanish cooperation programs have done outstanding work through NGOs or the cooperation office at the Spanish Embassy, stressing that their work is particularly important in light of the circumstances and challenges the Jordanian society is facing, which is accustomed to receiving refugees fleeing the scourge of war.

He welcomed the families who recently obtained Spanish citizenship in accordance with the Democratic Memory Law, and called on them to contribute to the establishment of good relations between the two countries.

Source: Jordan News Agency

The Jordanian Field Hospital (North Gaza/79) personnel distributed on Friday food parcels sent by the Jordan Armed Forces (JAF) – Arab Army, in cooperation with the Jordan Hashemite Charity Organization (JHCO) to the people in the northern Gaza Strip, in line with the royal directives and as part of Jordan’s efforts to support the people in the Gaza Strip.

The commander of the hospital force said: “We prepared packages, which included foodstuffs, to be distributed to the people in the northern Gaza Strip, to support them and alleviate their suffering in light of the difficult circumstances that the Strip is going through.”

For their part, the residents of the Gaza Strip expressed their thanks and appreciation for the honorable Jordanian positions towards the Palestinian people and the ongoing Jordanian role under the leadership of His Majesty King Abdullah in support of the Palestinian cause.

Source: Jordan News Agency

Her Royal Highness Princess Basma bint Talal inaugurated the 60th Annual Diplomatic Bazaar for Mabarrat Um Al Hussein, with the participation of 36 embassies and diplomatic missions in Jordan.

The event, which has become a cornerstone of international support for the charity, allocates all proceeds to aid vulnerable children and orphans under the care of the Um Al-Hussein Charity.

In her opening address, Princess Basma emphasized the significance of the bazaar, highlighting it as a beacon of global solidarity and support for children facing dire family circumstances.

“For decades, Mabarrat Um Al Hussein has been a safe haven for children in need, offering them not just shelter, but the opportunity to build a secure and hopeful future. This bazaar is a testament to our collective commitment to their well-being,” she remarked.

The event was attended by several high-profile diplomats, including Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign for Diplomatic Affairs, Ambassador Majed Qatarneh, as well as numerous
ambassadors and representatives from various diplomatic missions.

Princess Basma praised the ongoing partnership between the charity and the diplomatic community, noting that the event symbolizes both a humanitarian mission and a celebration of cultural diversity.

“This bazaar represents more than a fundraising effort; it is a vivid reminder of the global compassion that transcends borders, uniting us in support of these children.”

Venezuelan Ambassador Omar Vielma Osuna, speaking on behalf of the diplomatic corps, lauded the enduring collaboration between the missions and the charity, emphasizing that the bazaar creates a unique platform for cultural exchange while supporting a noble cause.

“For sixty years, this event has been a bridge, not just between cultures, but between people committed to making a difference,” he said.

Farah Daghistani, Executive Director of the Jordanian Hashemite Fund for Human Development (JOHUD), which oversees the charity, detailed recent accomplishments, including the expan
sion of the charity’s student body from 33 to 45 children.

She also noted the continuous improvements made in the care services, including better access to education and health services for the children.

Daghistani highlighted that three students are preparing to enter university after successfully passing their Tawjihi exams, while others have participated in international competitions and cultural events.

The bazaar featured stalls from participating embassies, showcasing traditional crafts, foods, and cultural items, while offering a unique glimpse into the heritage of each nation. Folklore performances added to the vibrant atmosphere, further enriching the cultural experience for attendees.

Princess Basma toured the bazaar, engaging with embassy representatives and learning about their respective contributions to the event. She expressed her gratitude to the embassies and missions for their continued support of Mabarrat Um Al Hussein’s mission to empower children through education and social services.

The Diplomatic Charity Bazaar, a key annual event in Jordan, symbolizes the collaborative spirit of the international community in promoting humanitarian efforts, with all funds raised supporting the charity’s mission of care, education, and empowerment for Jordan’s vulnerable children.

Source: Jordan News Agency

Thick smoke billowed from a commercial building on Mecca Street in West Amman Saturday evening as fire engulfed multiple stories, but there were no injuries, according to the Public Security Directorate’s media spokesman.

He said Civil Defense crews and fire-fighters rushed to the scene, brought the blaze under control and evacuated people trapped inside the building.

Several people were treated on the spot for smoke inhalation, he added.

Source: Jordan News Agency

Two Lebanese were killed and one was injured Saturday afternoon in an Israeli drone attack on the South Beirut suburb of Burj al-Barajneh, according to a Lebanese security source.

The source said the air raid targeted homes in the vicinity of the Al Rassoul Al-Aazam Hospital, and that Israel launched air raids on the towns of Burj al-Muluk, Yaroun and Bazourieh that coincided with clashes between the Lebanese resistance and the Israeli army in Kfar Kila and Adaisseh in South Lebanon.

Source: Jordan News Agency

Israeli occupation forces on Saturday shot and killed a Palestinian during a raid near Nablus in the northern West Bank, the Palestinian Health Ministry said.

It said 30-year-old Ahmad Eweisa from Wadi Fara’a village was struck by a live round as soldiers tried to arrest him.

Army patrols moved into the village, north of Nablus, from the nearby Hamra military checkpoint, besieged the family home of Eweisa and fatally shot him, it said.

Source: Jordan News Agency

Diyala Police Command announced the arrest of / 3 / accused of drug trafficking and the seizure of a quantity of narcotic substances in the province.

The media Spokesman for the Diyala Police Command, Colonel Haitham Al-Shammari, told the correspondent of the National Iraqi News Agency / NINA /: “Joint forces from Diyala Police and the Anti-Narcotics Directorate, through security practices, arrested / 3 / accused in drug cases and seized 400 grams of crystal meth and its use tools.”

Source: National Iraqi News Agency