During a tense parliamentary session held Monday, several Jordanian MPs emphasized that any attempt to tamper with national security is a dangerous illusion, asserting that Jordanians from all origins and backgrounds stand united behind the Hashemite leadership.
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Some MPs sharply criticized the Islamic Action Front (IAF)—the licensed political wing of the Muslim Brotherhood—stating that if the party encouraged armed mobilization or incited violence, it should face legal accountability and even dissolution. They expressed disappointment that the IAF parliamentary bloc had not issued a clear statement condemning those involved in the recently uncovered alleged "rocket cell" plot.
Lawmakers also voiced concern over the Muslim Brotherhood’s official statement, calling it “astonishingly weak” and lacking a firm condemnation of the attempted attack. Moreover, the statement was accused of interfering in the judiciary’s work, which the MPs found unjustified and unacceptable.
The MPs further questioned the government's silence regarding the Court of Cassation’s 2020 decision to dissolve the Muslim Brotherhood’s legal status in Jordan, arguing that any continuation of organizational ties with an unlicensed entity undermines the rule of law and demands decisive government action.
They reiterated their support for the General Intelligence Directorate (GID), praising the agency for foiling a cowardly plot and affirming that freedom is guaranteed only under respect for the rule of law. Attempts to operate outside state institutions or form armed groups under any banner, they said, are a direct assault on national unity and state authority.
The session also featured comments from IAF-affiliated MPs. MP Ayman Abu Rab expressed the party's appreciation for the Jordanian people, the tribes, the army, security forces, and the wise leadership. He affirmed that no member of the IAF opposes the state, and that all Islamic bloc MPs had sworn allegiance to the King.
MP Saleh Al-Armouti, head of the IAF parliamentary bloc, made a firm declaration:
“Anyone opposing the Jordanian state can go to hell.”
He underscored the IAF’s consistent alignment with the state, stressing that anyone threatening Jordan’s security will face consequences. Al-Armouti voiced support for the Jordanian Armed Forces and security institutions, reiterating the IAF’s position against normalization with Israel, forced displacement, and the idea of an alternative homeland for Palestinians.
He also thanked the Public Security Directorate for shutting down five online accounts accused of inciting sectarianism and unrest.
Al-Armouti concluded by defending his party, stating:
“We do not condemn the Islamic Action Front. If the Islamic movement bears any responsibility, then the judiciary will address it. But the official charge sheet includes no accusations against the IAF or the broader Islamic movement.”
The session reflected deep political tensions, yet also demonstrated a collective stance on safeguarding national security and reinforcing state institutions as the sole legitimate framework for political and civil engagement.
