Exclusive: Jordan ready for war with Israel if Palestinians are expelled into its territory
Exclusive: Jordan ready for war with Israel if Palestinians are expelled into its territory
Trump's call to 'clear out' Gaza has sparked anger in Amman, with well-placed sources telling Middle East Eye that the US ally is prepared for war
By Peter Oborne and Richard Sanders in Amman
Published date: 4 February 2025 17:15 GMT
"Well-placed sources in Amman and Jerusalem told MEE that the last thing #Jordan wants is war and it is eager for a peaceful solution. But they are adamant that the ##Jordanians will close the border if refugees begin to cross into the country.
If the #Israelis seek to re-open it, that would be "a casus belli," one source said.
The Jordanians are under no illusion they could win a war with #Israel, but believe they would have no choice but to fight. "
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