In the presence of Minister of Transport Dr. Nidal Katamine and a number of ambassadors, Her Royal Highness added that keeping the fate of a loved one unknown is one of the harshest human experiences; it is an experience whose weight is difficult to describe and whose depth is understood only by those who have lived it, amid the psychological, social, and economic challenges that can weigh heavily on families' lives for many years.
Her Royal Highness said that by commemorating this occasion, we remember all those who are absent yet remain present in the hearts of their families despite their unknown fate, affirming solidarity with the families who are still living the pain of waiting and loss.
Her Royal Highness pointed out that women bear the brunt of the burden of loss in most cases, which places additional burdens of care and provision on their families, reflecting resilience and strength in continuing life and holding onto hope.
Her Royal Highness drew attention to the importance of sustained support for the families of the missing, noting the «Accompaniment» program implemented by the ICRC, and the continuous support it provides to these families, helping them under all circumstances.
For his part, the Head of the ICRC Delegation in Jordan, Jean-Frédéric Sch獵s (Note: maintaining original name or standard translation, using generic transliteration if needed: Jan Friedz / Jean-Frédéric), stated that the pain of not knowing the fate of a loved one is an unhealed wound, affirming the Committee's commitment to helping the families of the missing reach the answers they deserve regarding their loved ones, and providing the support they need to overcome their suffering.
Friedz pointed out the Committee's role in supporting Syrian families residing in Jordan who have missing persons in Syria, by helping them find out the fate of their missing relatives and their whereabouts, providing the necessary information, in addition to offering psychological and social support to these families and helping them deal with the legal and administrative challenges resulting from the loss of a family member.
The event included a live sand art performance by artist Maher Al-Shuaibi, embodying the emotional journey experienced by the families of the missing through a visual narrative experience that conveyed the suffering of waiting and uncertainty lived by these families.
It also included an interactive and artistic exhibition to explore the journey of the families of the missing through personal testimonies, photographs, and visual materials, aimed at raising awareness about the challenges associated with living in a state of uncertainty, and reflecting the resilience and adaptability of the families of the missing despite not knowing the fate or whereabouts of their loved ones.
Additionally, the «Mosaica» choir presented a musical performance featuring a collection of songs addressing the subject of the missing, shedding light on the deep humanitarian impact of losing a loved one without knowing their fate.
