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Jordan Sets Its Red Lines: Diplomacy is Not Weakness

Dr. Abdullah Mohammed Al-Qudah

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The importance of the message lies in its redefinition of restraint. Jordan, which has chosen dialogue and diplomacy as a constant path, does not do so out of weakness and does not see peace as an alternative to state protection. Rather, it considers diplomacy one of the tools of strength and protection of interests. Therefore, adherence to humanitarian values should not be misinterpreted as weakness; peace is a firm choice, but it does not mean tolerating anything that affects Jordan's sovereignty or the security of its citizens.

The northern borders are increasingly sensitive in light of the rapid changes in southern Syria, accompanied by changing security and military arrangements. Borders are not just a geographical line but a wall that prevents the transfer of chaos to the interior, protecting society from the smuggling of weapons and drugs, the infiltration of armed groups, and any attempts to impose a new reality on the region.

As for water, its explicit inclusion in the concept of national security carries a profound meaning. It is not just a service or economic file but an issue related to stability, development, and the right of future generations to a safe and dignified life. Therefore, the protection of water resources, sources, and Jordan's rights to them is an integral part of protecting the state and its future.

In parallel with crisis management, Jordan continues to build the future: it strengthens its position in trade, industry, and technology, develops its institutions and defense capabilities, and continues its humanitarian and regional roles. A strong state does not choose between diplomacy and force but knows when to use each tool; diplomacy opens the doors of partnerships, institutions build trust, the economy provides resilience, and defensive strength protects borders and interests.

It is, in the end, the message of a state that knows its constants and limits. Amman will remain committed to moderation and peace, but it knows precisely what can be negotiated and what constitutes a red line concerning Jordan's security, water, sovereignty, and the interests of its people. In this balance between the extended hand and the ability to protect, the true strength of Jordan is embodied.

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