Al-Momani: What happened is a historic, pivotal milestone in the path of efforts to end extremism
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Minister of Government Communications and Government Spokesperson, Muhannad Al-Mubaidin, said on Monday that what happened is a pivotal historical milestone in the path of efforts to end extremism and takfiri ideology in Jordan, and that the campaign is ongoing to uproot takfiri ideology and extremism in all sectors.
Al-Mubaidin added, in a press conference, that the directives of His Majesty King Abdullah II during the National Security Council meeting to review policies for combating extremist ideology and drying up its sources within a systematic plan, confirm that confronting extremism is a comprehensive and continuous national responsibility, noting that it is a responsibility shared by government, religious, educational, media, and societal institutions.
He explained that protecting society is not limited to confronting violence, but begins with confronting the ideas that justify it and the rhetoric that grants it acceptance or cover.
He emphasized that confronting misinformation and rumors is an essential part of protecting society during crises; as misleading information may sow fear, weaken trust, and open the door to incitement. We affirm the government's commitment to providing accurate and reliable information.
He warned against sliding into discussions that fuel hate speech or incite division and discord among Jordanians, adding that a crime committed by those with extremist takfiri ideology should not turn into an occasion for exchanging accusations or generalizing against any component of society.
He stressed, "We must not allow terrorism to achieve with words what it failed to achieve through crime."
He pointed out that citizenship is not measured by religious or social affiliation, and no Jordanian needs to prove the authenticity of their belonging to their homeland, adding that the government will not "allow an extremist takfiri ideology to redefine our relationship with one another, or to harm the national commonality that brings us together under the umbrella of the state and the rule of law."
He affirmed that Jordanians, in their cohesion, unity, and standing by the bereaved families of the martyrs, have drawn a scene that expresses the mettle and authenticity of this people, and their rejection of hatred and division.
He said, "This solidarity embodies our belief that the affliction of any Jordanian is the affliction of us all, and that our national unity is firm and cannot be undermined by terrorism."
