Amman, Oct. 9 (Petra) -- Jordan on Thursday welcomed the agreement reached to implement the first phase of a ceasefire in Gaza, paving the way for an end to the war, the execution of a prisoner exchange deal, the withdrawal of Israeli forces from the Strip, and the entry of humanitarian aid.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign and Expatriates Affairs Ayman Safadi praised the significant diplomatic efforts led by Egypt, Qatar, and the United States to reach the deal, and also expressed appreciation to Türkiye for its role. He emphasized the importance of full commitment to the terms of the agreement, bringing the war to an end, and addressing the catastrophic consequences of the aggression.

Safadi also commended U.S. President Donald Trump’s decisive role in brokering the deal and his initiative to end the war, begin Gaza’s reconstruction, prevent the displacement of the Palestinian people, and revive prospects for comprehensive peace. He welcomed Trump’s clear position against any annexation of the West Bank.

The minister further stressed the urgent need for concerted efforts to ensure the immediate and sufficient delivery of humanitarian aid to end the famine facing Gaza.

Safadi affirmed Jordan’s continued humanitarian leadership in facilitating aid delivery to Gaza, in coordination with Arab partners, the international community, and UN agencies. He reiterated the Kingdom’s readiness to resume aid entry as soon as Israel lifts restrictions, ensuring the safe delivery of assistance in accordance with international and humanitarian law.

He also emphasized that Jordan will continue working with regional and international partners to achieve a just and comprehensive peace, which must include ending the occupation and establishing an independent, sovereign Palestinian state on the June 4, 1967 lines with East Jerusalem as its capital, in accordance with international legitimacy and the Arab Peace Initiative.

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