Jordanian military aircraft conducted strikes in Syria’s Daraa province overnight from Monday to Tuesday, resulting in the deaths of seven civilians. The provincial health directorate reported a total of 10 people killed and injured in the strikes. Seven civilians were killed in the Jordanian airstrikes in Daraa. Military expert Imad Shahoud described the formation of a security committee between Syria and Jordan as "a belated step." In his view, Jordanian intelligence should have verified the information and target coordinates together with the Syrian authorities.
Diplomatic Response to Strikes
Syria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs described the military operation conducted by Jordan as unacceptable. Syria's Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated the military operation was unacceptable and that a committee is being formed to respond to violations and prevent recurrence. Officials announced that a security committee is being formed to address these violations and to prevent any future recurrence of such actions in Syrian territory.
Syria’s People's Council concurrently requested a joint investigation into the strikes that occurred in Daraa. Syria's People's Council called for a joint investigation into the incident. Muayad Ghazlan, a Syrian politician and People's Council member, addressed the diplomatic tensions by stating: "Bilateral relations should remain strong, but insisted on an investigation into the incident, the establishment of responsibility, and compensation for the families of those killed."
The council maintains that such formal inquiries are necessary to clarify the circumstances surrounding the military activity. Authorities intend for the committee to serve as a primary mechanism for managing border security and resolving disputes between the two nations following the recent escalation.
The establishment of this committee represents a formal channel for communication between the two states. According to the statements issued by the Syrian government, the committee will focus on the specific procedural failures that led to the casualties in Daraa. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized that the coordination of intelligence and military movements is essential for the future stability of the border region.
Within the People's Council, members have showed the need for transparency regarding the military actions taken by Jordan. Muayad Ghazlan noted that while the historical ties between the nations are significant, the loss of civilian life requires a formal accounting. The demand for a joint investigation is intended to ensure that both Syrian and Jordanian officials review the data used to authorize the overnight strikes.
The committee is expected to convene in the coming days to begin its assessment of the incident. Syrian authorities have indicated that they are awaiting a formal response from Jordan regarding the participation of their representatives in this investigative body. The goal remains to prevent further violations of Syrian sovereignty while addressing the security concerns that prompted the initial military activity. By creating this mechanism, both nations are attempting to move beyond the immediate fallout of the airstrikes and establish a clearer protocol for cross-border security operations. The council continues to monitor the situation closely, awaiting further updates on the committee's progress and the potential for a formal resolution to the diplomatic tensions currently affecting bilateral relations.
