2024-09-22 08:10:30
The border between Israel and Jordan, long considered one of the most peaceful and secure, is under threat. The attack at the Allenby Pass, where a terrorist killed three Israelis, was an alarming signal that peace on this border could be disrupted. Despite a peace agreement signed almost 30 years ago and security cooperation, the situation in the region is becoming increasingly tense.
This was reported by the Globe.
One factor exacerbating tensions is the rise of radical Islamic forces in Jordan. In the latest elections, the Islamic Action Front party, which supports the ideology of the Muslim Brotherhood, won the largest number of seats in parliament. This indicates the growing influence of Islamists, which is of concern to Israel. Dr. Ido Zalkovic noted that despite the formal peace agreement, a significant part of the Jordanian population still views Israel as an enemy. In addition, polls show that the majority of Jordanians oppose normalization of relations with Israel, which complicates the development of diplomatic and economic ties.
Experts emphasize that Iran plays a special role in the context of increasing radicalization. The country is actively working behind the scenes to destabilize Jordan. Iran supports armed groups in Jordan, and seeks to implement its interests through religious and political networks. According to Professor Ronan Itzhak, Iranian forces are using Jordan’s economic difficulties to strengthen their position by spreading Shiism among the local Sunni population.
However, despite the rise of Islamist forces and external pressure, the situation in Jordan remains under the control of the royal power.
As Professor Yehoshua Krasna noted, the Jordanian parliament does not have much influence on real political decisions, which remain in the hands of the king. However, there is a rise in radical sentiments, which, according to Dr. Michael Barak, are expressed in calls for a boycott of Israeli goods and an increase in anti-Semitic rhetoric in the press.
Thus, Israel’s eastern border, which had remained quiet for many years, is once again becoming a zone of tension. Radicalization in Jordan and Iranian influence pose a new threat to regional security, requiring attention and diplomatic efforts to maintain stability.
Earlier, Cursor reported that the Al-Khuitat clan sent a letter of thanks to the King of Jordan.
The clan’s message said the terrorist who carried out the attack on the Allenby checkpoint “died for a good cause.”