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The Jordanian state is quietly and strategically responding to the situation, sensing that Netanyahu may aim to expand the conflict. Jordan refuses to be a hostage to the far-right Israeli agenda. With Washington not in the best position to restrain Tel Aviv and prevent the continuation of the war, and most European countries now recognizing the catastrophe in Gaza and taking steps to support ceasefire efforts, questions arise: Is this enough? Clearly not. Is the region heading towards a full-scale war? Possibly, unless a miracle occurs.

Jordan is determined not to fall into Netanyahu's "trap" and does not intend to become a party to the war. It is not surprised by the outcomes and requirements of the conflict and has the necessary resources and plans to deal with its consequences while preserving the state's supreme interests. In this context, the Foreign Minister's visit to Iran sent a clear message in two directions: Jordan will not allow any breaches of its airspace, and Amman is open to a mutually respectful relationship with Tehran in the effort to save the region from destruction and build a better future based on mutual cooperation. Simultaneously, Jordan is preparing the necessary legal arguments for international courts to respond to violations of Islamic and Christian holy sites in Jerusalem and Palestine, with past precedents in this regard.

The Jordanian state is handling the war and its developments calmly and without agitation. It is true that the next three months appear heavy with surprises, and it is also true that a Trump victory (if it happens) could worsen the situation in the region, and possibly the world. Furthermore, Israel's objectives in Gaza have been relatively achieved, but the full victory it seeks remains elusive, with the path to it possibly running through Tehran or one of its arms (specifically Hezbollah). Meanwhile, Israel's campaign against Jordan is intensifying, possibly as a provocation or to settle scores. Jordan is fully aware of this and is prepared for it.

Moreover, it is not true at all that the Jordanian state has only now discovered the dangers posed by this war and is moving to address or confront them, as if it had been unaware of the situation. Nor is it true that calls for a rational approach and rejection of engaging in the war or falling into a trap of emotional response stem from denial of the risks or underestimation of them. On the contrary, the principle of "Jordan First" has been the foundation of these calls since October 7, and this principle remains unchanged.

To clarify for those who have jumped on the war bandwagon, from the platforms of misguided struggle newspapers, hotels, and elections, in their analyses and speculations about what Jordan has done and what it is thinking in terms of defending its interests and national security, it is essential to remember that our country has given and continues to give everything it can to stop the war and support our people in Gaza. Any subsequent steps taken by Jordan are in defense of Jordan, its existence, and its borders. We are not a government, a resistance faction, or a battlefield, and our options for confronting any threat from any source remain open and will continue to be so. This has been clear since the beginning of the war. The move to Tehran, and possibly beyond, falls within these options.

Jordan acts with the logic of a state, not an organization, fully aware that its calculated decisions are aimed at protecting Jordan and are not influenced by any other agendas trying to drag it into power struggles, role-sharing, or wars with unknown causes and outcomes. This message must be understood by all.