سورية والأردن تتفقان على تشكيل لجنة للتحقيق في الغارات الأخيرة

Syria and Jordan agreed to form a joint security committee to investigate the circumstances of the airstrikes carried out by the Jordanian armed forces yesterday (Tuesday) against sites belonging to the "ISIS" organization within Syrian territory, which resulted in civilian casualties. This step aims to uncover the facts of the recent operations and their repercussions, and to enhance security and intelligence coordination between the two countries.

The agreement came during a phone call made today (Wednesday) by Syrian Foreign Minister and Expatriates Asaad Hassan al-Sheibani with Jordanian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Ayman Safadi, during which they discussed the repercussions of the recent military operations and ways to enhance joint security cooperation.

Jordan: We targeted "ISIS" sites

According to the joint statement issued by the foreign ministries of both countries, Safadi confirmed that the airstrikes carried out by the Jordanian armed forces targeted sites belonging to the terrorist organization "ISIS," based on field information and confirmed threats of terrorist operations and a network that was targeting Jordan's security.

The Jordanian minister emphasized his country's full respect for Syria's sovereignty, territorial integrity, security, stability, and the safety of its citizens, affirming that Syria's security and stability are part of Jordan's security.

Damascus expresses regret over civilian casualties

For his part, the Syrian Foreign Minister expressed deep regret and sorrow for the loss of innocent civilian lives during the operations targeting "ISIS," emphasizing that the organization poses a common threat to both countries.

Al-Sheibani extended condolences and sympathy to the Syrian people and the families of the victims, wishing a speedy recovery to the injured.

He confirmed that Jordan is keen on the safety of Syrian citizens as much as it is on the safety of its own citizens.

Joint committee to uncover the facts

In the context of addressing the repercussions of the recent operations, the two ministers agreed to form a joint security committee to investigate all details and facts of the recent operations and follow up on their consequences, ensuring the highest levels of accuracy and transparency.

The two sides also agreed to develop mechanisms for field and intelligence coordination to deal with terrorist threats, preserve Syrian sovereignty, and protect civilian lives.

Coordination to combat terrorism and smuggling

The two ministers emphasized the importance of continuing security cooperation between Damascus and Amman to face common challenges, primarily combating terrorism and drug and arms smuggling across borders.

They stressed the need to enhance coordination through effective and sustainable institutional channels, contributing to the protection of the security and stability of both countries.

Reaffirmation of fraternal relations

The two ministers renewed their commitment to the depth of the historical and fraternal relations that bind the two countries and peoples, and their mutual desire to enhance and develop them in various fields, overcoming any challenges through frank and responsible fraternal dialogue.

Both sides affirmed that the security and fate of the two countries are interconnected, and that joint cooperation represents a foundation for addressing security challenges, protecting civilians, and enhancing stability.