Amid the tensions and rapid transformations the region is experiencing, protecting Jordanian airspace remains a deep-seated sovereign duty that is indisputable and non-interpretable, a fundamental right guaranteed by international laws, and imposed by national responsibility towards the security of the state and the safety of its citizens.
Sovereignty is not limited to borders drawn on the ground, but extends to the skies above. The airspace is an integral part of the state's territory, and protecting it means safeguarding the independent national decision, preserving internal stability, and maintaining societal security. From this perspective, any action taken by the Jordanian state to regulate its airspace is a legitimate exercise of a steadfast sovereign right, in line with international law and diplomatic norms.
And , undertakes a major national responsibility in monitoring the skies and dealing with any breach or potential threat, within disciplined rules of engagement, and in accordance with the highest degrees of professionalism and expertise.
And here we must be clear; what the Jordanian Armed Forces do in these difficult circumstances stems from the principle of protecting Jordanian airspace as a sovereign decision and a purely national duty, and is not in defense of any external parties. Jordan will not be, and cannot be a battleground for others' conflicts, nor does it accept any compromise of its sovereignty under any circumstances, and every military or security movement within its airspace is driven primarily and solely by the interests of the Jordanian state.
Jordan has proven throughout its history that it is a state of balance and moderation, always striving for de-escalation and political solutions, but, in contrast, it does not compromise on its security nor does it relent in safeguarding its sovereignty. The stability of the Kingdom is a fundamental pillar for the stability of the region, and protecting its airspace is part of this pivotal role.
The message is clear: Jordan's sovereignty is above all else, and the security of its skies is a red line. Just as the land has been preserved by the will of its people, so will the skies, by the determination of its leadership, the awareness of its people, and the readiness of its armed forces.
May God preserve Jordan, its leadership, people, and army, and continue to bless it with security and stability.
