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Dr. Bashar Al-Houamdeh received praise and thanks for his recent statements regarding the controversy surrounding the upcoming match between the Jordanian national team and its Iraqi counterpart in the final round of World Cup qualifiers.

Al-Houamdeh, who was the first to address the issue, dismissed in his statement the rumors about threats facing the Jordanian team during their visit to Iraq for the World Cup qualifier match in Basra. He described these rumors as mere attempts to undermine the relationship between the two countries.

Al-Houamdeh emphasized that the Iraqi people are kind and hospitable and that the relationship between the two nations is good and brotherly. He urged everyone not to be swayed by comments on social media, noting that those making such comments may not be Jordanian or Iraqi and are seeking to sow discord.

His statements resonated widely and were particularly praised in Iraqi circles, with several analysts on Iraqi television channels affirming his remarks and rejecting any language of threat or insult towards Jordan, its people, and the national team. They called for reinforcing the voice of wisdom, as exemplified by Dr. Al-Houamdeh.

The speakers noted that Iraq always extends a welcoming hand to Jordan, its people, and its national team, assuring that the Iraqi people, known for their good nature, will treat them with utmost hospitality.

Al-Houamdeh's comments came in response to the heated exchanges on social media and highlighted the importance of addressing the issue rationally and sensibly, suggesting that some irresponsible actions by certain officials may have contributed to the escalating tensions.