Israel responds to Jordan: "Giving back to violence"

After the Jordanian prime minister backed the rioters on the Temple Mount, and the deputy ambassador was summoned for a reprimand call, the Foreign Ministry attacked the Jordanian remarks.

Bennett also condemned the remarks: "They constitute a reward for instigators, led by Hamas, which is trying to ignite violence in Jerusalem."

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18/04/2022

Monday, 18 April 2022, 20:01 Updated: 21:15

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The Foreign Ministry this evening (Monday) responded to statements by the Jordanian prime minister, who expressed support for the rioters on the Temple Mount.

The ministry said that "those who violate the sanctity of the holidays and resort to violence that endangers the lives of Muslim and Jewish citizens alike. Statements of support for acts of violence, including stone-throwing, are inconceivable and contribute to escalation."

The Foreign Ministry statement added: "Every responsible partner should recognize this and not take part in disseminating completely false news, which only agitates the atmosphere."

"Israel's responsible conduct on the Temple Mount in recent weeks reflects this consistent policy and the determination to implement it. In recent weeks, the Israel Police has acted responsibly, restrainedly and judiciously in the face of dozens of rioters who violated Islamic values ​​and mountain sanctity," the Foreign Ministry said in a statement.

"The action of the Israel Police, including last Friday, is what enabled the prayers to be held for tens of thousands of Muslim believers. This action came only after all other means were exhausted, including an intensive dialogue with the Waqf."

"We call on everyone to assist Israel in its efforts to establish peace in Jerusalem and allow freedom of worship on the Temple Mount. The State of Israel is committed and works tirelessly to ensure freedom of religion and worship for Jews, Muslims and Christians in Jerusalem on weekdays and holidays alike." "In recent weeks, the Temple Mount has expressed this consistent policy and its determination to implement it."

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Riots in al-Aqsa Mosque.

This week (Photo: screenshot, from Twitter)

Prime Minister Naftali Bennett referred to remarks by the senior Jordanian official, but refrained from mentioning the name of the Jordanian prime minister, or mentioning the country specifically.

"I take seriously the statements that accuse Israel of the violence directed at us, and there are those who encourage throwing stones, and using violence against the citizens of the State of Israel," Bennett said.

"This is not acceptable to us. It is a reward for instigators, led by Hamas who are trying to ignite violence in Jerusalem. We will not allow this to happen. The State of Israel will continue to give and maintain the dignity of all, allow everyone to celebrate in Jerusalem. Israel".

Meanwhile, the UN Security Council will hold a closed consultation tomorrow on the events on the Temple Mount and the escalation in Jerusalem. According to political sources, this is an initiative of the Emirates, France, Ireland and Norway following a request from the Palestinian Authority. Without cameras and with the participation of council members only, without the presence of representatives of Israel and the Palestinian Authority.

Earlier, Jordan summoned Israel's deputy ambassador, Sami Abu Janab, for a clarification call. "I congratulate every Palestinian and every Waqf worker who faces the pro-Zionists," he said. "Assessment of the situation. Sources in the Foreign Ministry sent messages to the Israeli Deputy Ambassador to Jordan, according to which they expect the Jordanians to"They will calm the atmosphere and no longer warm up the situation. "

Cops in clashes on Temple Mount.

This week (Photo: Reuters)

Following the clarification call to the Israeli ambassador, on behalf of the Jordanian Foreign Ministry, it was reported that the call took place, "to convey a message of protest against all the illegal and provocative Israeli violations in the al-Aqsa Mosque."

The statement added that "we are interested in emphasizing the need to respect the rights of worshipers to perform their ceremonies freely and without restrictions."

In recent days, violent riots have begun in Jerusalem and especially around the Temple Mount.

On Friday morning, hundreds of Palestinians confronted police on the Temple Mount, threw stones, fired fireworks and barricaded themselves in the al-Aqsa Mosque.

The police forces entered the compound to turn away from rioters, which dragged violent confrontations that were six hours and during which hundreds were arrested.

Some of the detainees, about a hundred people, were imprisoned and most of them were released.

The Red Crescent reported 90 Palestinians wounded in clashes.

Also, three policemen were lightly injured.

Meanwhile, the UN Security Council will hold a closed consultation tomorrow on the events on the Temple Mount and the escalation in Jerusalem. According to political sources, this is an initiative of the Emirates, France, Ireland and Norway following a request from the Palestinian Authority. Without cameras and with the participation of council members only, without the presence of representatives of Israel and the Palestinian Authority.

Violent riots have begun in Jerusalem in recent days, especially around the Temple Mount. The police entered the compound to turn away from riots, which dragged violent confrontations of about six hours, and in the course of you were arrested. Some hundred people, were imprisoned and most of them were released. The Red Crescent reported 90 Palestinian wounded in confrontations. Also, three policemen were slightly injured.

Following the clashes that broke out at the site, several worshipers broke into the Temple Mount.

After security consultations, in collaboration with intelligence agencies, a decision was made to stop the rioters before tens of thousands of worshipers arrive.

It was decided to remove the violent from the Temple Mount and allow silent prayers instead.

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