Day: April 14, 2024

Iran’s Mission to the United Nations said that in the ongoing confrontations between Iran and “Israel”, the United States “must stay away.”

In a post on X, the mission said that the wide-ranging attack launched by the country was in response to “Israel’s” aggression against Iran’s diplomatic premises in Damascus.

It said that the matter “can be deemed concluded.”

Should the Israeli regime “make another mistake,” Iran’s response will be considerably more severe, the mission added.

“Conducted on the strength of Article 51 of the UN Charter pertaining to legitimate defense, Iran’s military action was in response to the Zionist regime’s aggression against our diplomatic premises.” the mission stated.

“The U.S. MUST STAY AWAY!” it added.

UNSC fails to prevent regional escalation

Earlier on Thursday, Iran’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations underlined the necessity of Tehran responding to the Israeli airstrike on its consulate in Damascus, which martyred seven Iranian military advisors, including Briga
dier General martyr Mohammad Reza Zahedi, the leader of the IRGC’s Quds Force in Syria and Lebanon.

Iran’s diplomats stressed that if it were not for the impunity enjoyed by the Israeli occupation in the UN Security Council, and if the perpetrators of the attack on Iran’s consulate in Syria were brought to justice, the Islamic Republic would not have found it necessary to retaliate against the Israeli occupation.

“Had the UN Security Council condemned the Zionist regime’s reprehensible act of aggression on our diplomatic premises in Damascus and subsequently brought to justice its perpetrators, the imperative for Iran to punish this rogue regime might have been obviated,” the mission said in a brief statement.

IRGC launches promised attack on “Israel”

Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Force announced that it targeted Israeli positions in occupied Palestine with dozens of drones and missiles, as part of the retaliatory response to the malicious Israeli crime against the Iranian embassy
in Syria.

The IRGC’s Aerospace Force announced that the operation dubbed “Truthful Promise” was launched in the context of “punishing the criminal Zionist regime.”

The force said that the operation came “in response to the numerous evil crimes of the Zionist regime,” including the attack on the embassy. It said that its forces, supported by other units of the Iranian Armed Forces, launched the “wide-ranging” military operation.

The statement added that the operation was conducted with the approval of the Supreme National Security Council and under the supervision of the General Staff of the Armed Forces, with the support of the Islamic Republic of Iran and the backing of the Ministry of Defense and the Armed Forces.

“Details of this operation will soon draw the attention of the heroic Iranian people and the free peoples of the world,” the statement concluded.

Source: National News Agency – Lebanon

Gaza: Israeli occupation committed 4 massacres against Gaza civilians during the past 24 hours, claiming 43 Palestinian lives and injuring 62 others, Gaza Ministry of Health announced.

In its daily report on casualties by the ongoing Israeli aggression on the 191st day on Gaza, the ministry indicated that the death toll rose to 33,729 victims and 76,371 injuries since last October 7.

The ministry also noted a number of victims are still under rubble and on roads, who are still non-evacuated by ambulance and civil defense crews.

Source: Jordan News Agency

Amman: A Cabinet session held Sunday, headed by Prime Minister Dr. Bishr Khasawneh, approved Jordan Insurance Federation (JIF) Bylaw for the year 2024.

The system aims to define JIF’s tasks, responsibilities, provisions and procedures for its general assembly, formation of its board of directors, and the meeting mechanism.

The bylaw also sets the fees for joining the JIF, annual subscription, and all related financial and administrative affairs.

On another level, the Council of Ministers approved recommendations to settle 303 pending cases between companies and taxpayers and Income and Sales Tax Department.

Source: Jordan News Agency

Amman: Ministry of Social Development issued its report for last March, highlighting its key achievements and services.

According to the National Aid Fund (NAF)’s work report, the combined cash support transfers amounted to JD171,451, while monthly financial aid disbursements (supplementary aid) hit JD16,841 and recurring and temporary monthly financial aid payments stood at JD33,830.

However, a total of 35 individuals were trained under the vocational training program for children of beneficiary families, while 114 benefited from physical rehabilitation aid for families, and 1, 638 families received aid from the additional financial aid program, the report showed.

The ministry explained that 4,148 new families benefited from the unified cash support program, while 675 families received financial aid from the supplementary financial aid program, the report revealed.

Additionally, 923 families received immediate emergency financial assistance and 602 families got regular emergency financial aid.

The repor
t noted the response rate to communications regarding complaints and inquiries reached 85%.

The report revealed that 417 anti-vagrancy campaigns were conducted during which 808 beggars were arrested.

Meanwhile, the ministry received 5,174 transactions related to preparing social studies to grant health insurance to poor families.

The ministry also said a total of 15 local associations are registered nationwide, while 73 requests were submitted to amend regulations of other associations, adding 58 others were dissolved.

As for their cumulative number, 6,399 associations are registered and active countrywide under the applicable Associations Law.

Source: Jordan News Agency

Gaza: Palestinian sources reported 43 fatalities and 62 injuries in four separate massacres carried out by the Israeli occupation forces across the Gaza Strip within a single day.

As per a statement released by the Palestinian Ministry of Health in Gaza on Sunday, the toll from Israeli aggression on Gaza since October 7 has reached 33,729 deaths and 76,371 injuries.

The Ministry highlighted the challenge of reaching some victims, who remain trapped under rubble or on unreachable roads.

Source: Jordan News Agency

Amman: Royal Jordanian (RJ) has adjusted its flight operations in response to the temporary halt in civil aviation traffic.

Samer Majali, CEO of RJ, informed the Jordan News Agency (Petra) that RJ has promptly reprogrammed departing and arriving flights to and from Jordan. Majali emphasized that efforts have been made to restore the departure flight schedule to Europe for both morning and afternoon periods.

Furthermore, Majali assured passengers that flights that were unable to reach the Kingdom during the cessation of air traffic would be rescheduled to return to Amman. He urged citizens to promptly reach out to the airline to confirm the dates of their reservations and ensure smooth travel arrangements.

Source: Jordan News Agency

Amman: Airlines have resumed their operations to and from the Queen Alia International Airport following the reopening of airspace that was temporarily closed.

Haitham Misto, Chairman of the Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission (CARC), announced in a statement to the Jordan News Agency (Petra) on Sunday that the airspace across the Kingdom is now unrestricted for all civil flights, including those passing through, arriving, and departing from all of Jordan’s airports.

Misto urged citizens to liaise directly with their respective airline companies to ascertain any rescheduling of flights and to confirm their travel arrangements promptly.

The decision to close Jordanian airspace on a temporary and precautionary basis was made yesterday evening by the CARC at 20:00 UTC (11:00 pm local time) and was lifted precisely at 8:15 am.

The closure aimed to safeguard the safety and security of civil aviation within Jordanian airspace amidst escalating regional tensions. The airspace was reopened after a thorough asses
sment of risks, adhering to internationally recognized standards for civil aviation safety.

Source: Jordan News Agency

Amman: The Jordanian government has appealed to all parties to exercise restraint and handle regional tensions with discipline and responsibility, avoiding any actions that could lead to dangerous escalation.

In a session Sunday chaired by Prime Minister Bisher Khasawneh, the Cabinet emphasized the importance of de-escalation and urged all parties to act responsibly, demonstrating utmost self-restraint. It also underscored the seriousness of addressing the risks of regional escalation and its significant repercussions on international peace and security.

The Cabinet stressed the necessity for media outlets to ensure accuracy in sourcing information from authorized official sources, cautioning against the spread of rumors or misleading news that could fuel anxiety and fear.

Furthermore, the Council of Ministers affirmed its commitment to addressing the situation firmly and through legal means.

The Cabinet assured the public that the Kingdom is functioning normally, with public services, education, and heal
thcare facilities operating smoothly.

It reiterated support for the Jordanian Armed Forces – Arab Army, in safeguarding the nation’s security, citizens, airspace, and territory from any threats.

Regarding recent incidents, the Cabinet reported the interception of foreign objects in Jordanian airspace to protect citizens and residential areas. While some fragments fell in various locations, no significant damage or injuries were reported.

The only action taken by the Civil Aviation Regulatory Commisssion (CARC) last night was the temporary closure of Jordanian airspace to incoming, departing, and transiting flights as a precautionary measure, in accordance with international standards for civil aviation security and safety.

The CARC is continuously evaluating the situation and providing updates to airlines and passengers in compliance with established civil aviation safety protocols.

Source: Jordan News Agency