25.02.2026 00:51
As U.S. President Donald Trump's harsh rhetoric towards Iran and the massive military buildup in the region continue, King Abdullah II of Jordan emphasized that they will never allow their country to be turned into a conflict zone. King Abdullah stated that Jordan's airspace is closed to any violations, announcing that U.S. and Israeli aircraft will not be able to use Jordanian airspace.
As U.S. President Donald Trump's tough messages towards Iran and military movements in the region increase, a statement that resonated widely around the world came from Jordan's King Abdullah II. King Abdullah emphasized that Jordan will not allow any side to turn its territory into a battlefield, stating, "Jordan will not permit violations of its airspace or become a battlefield."
"OUR AIRSPACE IS NOT A BATTLEFIELD"
In response to the risk of tensions in the region escalating into a conflict along the Israel-Iran line, the Jordanian monarchy issued its clearest warning. King Abdullah II used the following expressions in his statement:
"Jordan is determined to protect its security and sovereignty. We will never allow violations of our airspace or our lands to become a battlefield. This decision is our red line to prevent further instability in our region."
A LINE DRAWN FOR THE U.S. AND ISRAEL
This statement serves as a "line" especially for the U.S., which has been deploying fighter jets and logistical buildup in the region, and for Israel, which is preparing for operations. Due to its geopolitical position, Jordan is located on the most critical transit route between Israel and Iran. King Abdullah's statement is seen as part of Jordan's strategy to remain "neutral" in the event of possible retaliation or attack traffic and to protect its own territory.
CRITICAL MOVE FOR REGIONAL SECURITY
Experts indicate that Jordan's stance could complicate the spread of a regional war. King Abdullah also emphasized the need to support Syria's stability and to resolve the crisis in Gaza as soon as possible to reduce tensions in the region.