Royal Court Chief Yousef Hassan Al-Issawi met with a delegation of members from the Jerusalemite town of Lifta on Monday, 19 October 2026. During the meeting, the Royal Court Chief reaffirmed the position of the Hashemite Kingdom regarding regional affairs and the protection of religious sites. The meeting served as a platform to reiterate the long-standing ties between the Hashemite leadership and the people of the region, emphasizing the consistency of Jordan’s diplomatic engagements.
Yousef Hassan Al-Issawi stated, "King Abdullah II continues to lead Jordan with wisdom, determination and a forward-looking vision, following an established approach that combines safeguarding the country’s security, sovereignty and vital interests with continued development and modernization, while defending just causes, foremost among them the Palestinian cause and Jerusalem and its Islamic and Christian holy sites." The Royal Court Chief noted that these priorities are central to the national agenda and form the basis of the Kingdom's interactions with various delegations and international partners.
Diplomatic Roadmap for Region
Yousef Hassan Al-Issawi described the recent address of King Abdullah II to the United Nations General Assembly as a political and humanitarian roadmap for the region. The Royal Court Chief noted that this message provided a framework for addressing ongoing challenges while articulating the priorities of the Hashemite Kingdom. This address served to clarify the diplomatic objectives of the state, ensuring that the international community remains informed of Jordan’s specific focus on regional peace and the preservation of humanitarian standards.
Hashemite leadership maintains a historic custodianship over Islamic and Christian holy sites in Jerusalem. This role remains a central component of Jordan’s diplomatic policy, reflecting the status of the monarchy in overseeing the welfare and preservation of these locations. Officials in Amman continue to emphasize that this mandate serves as a foundation for regional stability and the protection of religious heritage. The custodianship is viewed by the Royal Court as an essential duty, ensuring that the sanctity of these sites is maintained through active oversight and consistent diplomatic advocacy.
Jordan’s official position supports the establishment of an independent Palestinian state on Palestinian national territory with East Jerusalem as its capital. Government representatives advocate for this outcome as the primary mechanism for ensuring rights and sovereignty in the region. The state policy remains focused on achieving this goal through diplomatic channels, aligning with international consensus regarding the status of the territory. By maintaining this clear stance, the Kingdom seeks to provide a structured path toward the realization of Palestinian aspirations, consistent with established international legal frameworks and the principles of sovereign equality. The ongoing dialogue with community representatives, such as the delegation from Lifta, reinforces the government’s commitment to these core principles, ensuring that the voices of those directly affected by the regional situation are integrated into the broader diplomatic discourse.