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By: Mohammad Nimer Al-Awaisheh

Amid escalating regional turmoil, U.S. President Donald Trump has proposed relocating Gaza residents to Jordan and Egypt as a response to the 18-month-long war. However, this proposal is not just a political maneuver—it directly violates the Jordan-Israel Peace Treaty signed on October 26, 1994, with former U.S. President Bill Clinton as a witness.

The treaty explicitly guarantees Jordan’s sovereignty and decision-making independence. Article 2 (General Principles) states:

> “The Parties recognize and will respect each other's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and political independence.”



Forcing Jordan to host Gaza residents under the pretext of a humanitarian crisis contradicts this principle, as such sovereign decisions should be made solely based on Jordan's national interests, free from external pressure.

Moreover, the proposal undermines regional security. Article 4 (Security) of the treaty obligates both nations to avoid actions that threaten each other's stability:

> “The Parties shall refrain from threats or use of force, and from organizing hostile, subversive, or violent activities against each other.”



Trump’s plan poses a demographic and political risk that could disrupt Jordan’s social balance and further strain its economy and security.

Additionally, the treaty addresses refugee and displacement issues in Article 8, stressing that such matters must be resolved through “appropriate forums,” not unilateral decisions:

> “The Parties will seek to further alleviate refugee problems bilaterally or through agreed-upon UN programs.”



Trump’s proposal to relocate Gaza residents outside the UN framework directly contradicts this clause, raising concerns over efforts to alter the demographic landscape of the occupied territories.

Under King Abdullah II’s leadership, Jordan has consistently rejected any Palestinian solution that compromises its sovereignty or national identity. The kingdom upholds a firm stance that a just resolution must align with international legitimacy, not political coercion.

Ultimately, Trump’s proposal is not just a breach of the Jordan-Israel peace treaty but a direct challenge to national sovereignty and regional stability. Jordan and the international community must resist such maneuvers, reaffirming that its sovereignty is non-negotiable and that the Palestinian cause remains central to Jordan’s foreign policy until justice and independence are secured for the Palestinian people.